Senior Pediatric Dental Assistant Job at New York Family Dentistry, South Ozone Park, NY

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  • New York Family Dentistry
  • South Ozone Park, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and compassionate Senior Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team and play a vital role in providing exceptional care to children and adolescents across 5+ pediatric dental practices in Brooklyn and Queens.

Hourly rates start at $25 per hour. Candidates with meaningful experience can earn higher compensation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert chairside assistance during pediatric dental procedures, including sealants, fluoride treatments, extractions, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, and pulpotomies.
  • Mentor and train junior pediatric dental assistants, ensuring adherence to best practices in pediatric patient care, behavioral management, and infection control.
  • Create a welcoming and child-friendly environment, using effective behavioral management techniques to reduce dental anxiety and build trust with young patients.
  • Take and process high-quality pediatric dental radiographs (X-rays) while ensuring comfort and safety for young patients.
  • Educate parents and children on proper oral hygiene, diet, and post-treatment care, emphasizing long-term preventive care strategies.
  • Assist in the fabrication, fitting, and maintenance of space maintainers and other pediatric appliances.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, charting treatment progress and monitoring oral health outcomes.
  • Ensure strict infection control and sterilization protocols, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for all patients.
  • Collaborate with pediatric dentists, hygienists, and front office staff to streamline workflow and enhance patient care efficiency.
  • Stay updated on the latest pediatric dental techniques, sedation protocols, and emerging dental technologies.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience as a Pediatric Dental Assistant in a high-volume practice.
  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant (CPDA) credentials preferred.
  • X-ray and CPR certification required.
  • Proficiency in pediatric-specific dental tools and procedures, including stainless steel crowns, pulpotomies, and space maintainers.
  • Extensive experience in child behavioral management techniques to support young patients with dental anxiety.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and train junior staff.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with both children and parents.
  • Proven ability to manage high-volume patient flow across multiple locations while maintaining high standards of care.
  • Commitment to HIPAA compliance, OSHA regulations, and infection control protocols.

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