About this role
Pediatric Dental Assistant - Joplin Children’s Dentistry
Lumio Dental - Apply today, and we’ll light the way!
We're a dental partnership organization dedicated to preserving the integrity of private practice. We currently serve patients in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. Looking for a dental home that values you, your time, and your future? We're happy you found us!
Our Ideal Pediatric Dental Assistant
YOU! Whether you have experience or are a new student looking for your first opportunity, Lumio has a place for YOU. Our ideal Pediatric Dental Assistant is warm and friendly to patients of all ages, is comfortable being shoulder-to-shoulder with doctors, and delivers exceptional chairside care for our pediatric patients.
A day in the life of a Pediatric Dental Assistant
- Expose digital diagnostic X-Rays
- Record clinical findings and treatment information in patient records
- Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
- Clean teeth, using dental instruments including toothbrush and prophy cup
- Apply fluoride varnish, Sealants, and SDF
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
- Pour, trim, and polish study casts.
- Assist in consults and treatment of tongue and lip ties on infants and children
- Assist chairside with nitrous while utilizing behavior guidance techniques
- Assist chairside during IV Sedation
- Assist in the hospital for general anesthesia surgery cases
- Maintain a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule
- Cement stainless steel crowns, and space maintainers
- Fill and finish restorations
Competitive Salary & More
- Benefit options included, but are not limited to, health, vision, dental, life, 401K, and MORE!
- Lumio company culture is caring and fun! You will love the feel and experience! Apply today and learn more!
Other facts
About Lumio Dental
We're a dental partnership organization dedicated to preserving the integrity of private practice. Our philosophy is placing patients over profits, and providing the communities we serve with exceptional, affordable and convenient dental care. Our teammates come together to create a supportive culture that celebrates our diversity and shared passion for oral health. We currently serve patients in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Texas. Looking for a dental home that values you, your time, and your future? We're happy you found us!
What you'll do
- The Pediatric Dental Assistant will assist in various dental procedures, including taking X-rays, cleaning teeth, and applying fluoride. They will also manage patient records and provide chairside support during treatments.
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