Part-Time Pediatric Dental Assistant - Philadelphia Pediatric Dentistry - Philadelphia, PA

Pediatric Dental Assistant $20–$24/hour | 21–28 Hours/Week | No Evenings or Weekends | Growing Toward a 4-Day Full-Time Schedule Are you a dental assistant who loves working with children and wants to be part of a practice where patient care is personal, thoughtful, and never rushed? We are a doctor-owned, relationship-focused pediatric dental practice looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our energetic and supportive team. Our office is intentionally different from high-volume or corporate dentistry. We focus on wellness, prevention, minimally invasive care, and creating positive relationships with children and their families. We believe great dentistry starts with a great team, and we work hard to create an environment where people enjoy coming to work. The best fit for our office is someone who genuinely enjoys pediatric dentistry, brings positive energy to the team, and wants to continue learning and growing professionally. Why This Position Is Different Our team works closely together and genuinely enjoys one another. We value kindness, flexibility, communication, teamwork, and maintaining a healthy life outside of work. This position offers: $20–$24/hour , depending on experience Approximately 21–28 hours per week A 3.5-day workweek , with the practice growing toward a full 40-hour, 4-day workweek No evenings No weekends Low-volume, relationship-focused patient care Doctor-owned practice — not corporate dentistry Six paid federal holidays One week of accrued PTO annually, increasing to two weeks beginning in year three Health benefits beginning this fall, with eligibility after 3 months Retirement plan beginning this fall, with eligibility after 3 months Paid continuing education and team training Paid team-building activities Wellness benefit Opportunities to learn orthodontic, airway-focused, preventive, and minimally invasive procedures A Great Role for Someone Continuing Their Education This position is also an excellent fit for a dental assistant who is working toward the next step in their career, particularly someone pursuing EFDA certification or dental hygiene school . We have a great history of supporting team members while they continue their education, and several members of our team have followed or are currently following this pathway. Our schedule provides the balance needed to work in dentistry, continue gaining valuable clinical experience, and still have dedicated time for classes and studying. We love working with motivated people who have goals beyond their current position. If you are building a career in dentistry, we want your time with our practice to help you become better at what you do and prepare you for where you want to go next. Our Schedule Monday: 10:30 AM–5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM–2:30 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM–5:00 PM Occasional earlier Wednesday mornings for team meetings or general anesthesia cases Friday: 8:00 AM–2:30 PM, approximately twice per month Typical schedule: 21–28 hours per week The position is currently part-time rather than a traditional five-day, 40-hour schedule. As the practice grows, our goal is to build this role into a full 40-hour workweek completed in four days. For someone currently pursuing EFDA or dental hygiene education, the existing schedule offers an especially nice balance between work, school, and life. What You’ll Do Our Dental Assistants are an important part of the patient experience from the moment a child enters the treatment area. Responsibilities may include: Chairside assisting for pediatric restorative and preventive procedures Helping children feel comfortable and successful during dental visits Supporting age-appropriate behavior guidance Taking dental radiographs Taking orthodontic photographs, impressions, scans, and records Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining efficient clinical flow Sterilization and infection-control procedures Assisting with sealants, SDF, Curodont, and other minimally invasive treatments Supporting general anesthesia cases and other advanced pediatric procedures Patient and parent education Maintaining accurate clinical documentation Supporting inventory and clinical organization Learning orthodontic and airway-focused procedures as the practice grows Who We’re Looking For Our ideal candidate has: Pediatric dental assisting experience A warm and confident approach with children and families Strong chairside assisting skills Excellent communication and teamwork Attention to detail and strong organizational skills A positive, dependable, flexible attitude Interest in preventive dentistry and minimally invasive care Interest in learning orthodontic and airway-related procedures A desire to continue growing professionally Radiology certification (DANB) is required. Experience with Open Dental and Dexis is helpful but not required . We are happy to train the right person. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who wants to be part of a team and contribute to the culture of the practice. If you are looking for a pediatric dental office where you can know your patients, continue learning, enjoy the people you work with, and still have time and energy for your life outside of work, we would love to meet you. Please send your resume and a short note telling us what you enjoy most about working with children and where you hope to grow in your dental career. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Wellness program Work Location: In person

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