Dental Assistant - Pediatric Department

The Dental Assistant supports patient care in the Pediatric Department by preparing patients, treatment rooms, instruments and materials; assisting with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students; maintaining patient comfort; educating patients on oral health; managing supplies; supporting clinic schedules; and following OSHA and safety requirements.

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Ability to perform four-handed dentistry and anticipate patient and provider needs
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced clinical environment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• Two years of dental assisting experience, required
• X-ray certification, required
• CPR certoification, preferred
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred
• Pediatric dental experience, preferred
• Bilingual skills, preferred

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with experience

• Benefits include health, dental, vision, and group life insurance
• dental discounts
• health savings and flexible spending accounts
• paid holidays. PTO eligibility begins after 90 days of employment. After six months, employees become eligible for a 401(k) contribution and match, professional development/tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.

Background Check:
Required.

VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on any legally protected basis.