Pediatric Dental Assistant
Job Description
Smiles for Kids Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a full time dental assistant with chair side operative assisting experience as well as hygiene team assisting. In our pediatric dental practice, our employees must be energetic, positive and professional individuals with exceptional skills. Please apply if you enjoy working in fast-paced and upbeat environment, working with children, and educating both children and parents. Our practice is fee for service only, we are located in Memorial area of Houston, and we do not accept Medicaid.
QUALIFICATIONSEnjoy working with children.1-3 years of assisting experience is recommended, but not required. Right candidate can be trained, but experience is preferred.Strong work ethicHighest level of professionalismExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsFirm commitment to caring for our patientsQuick learner who performs well alongside their teamDetail oriented and able to multi-taskCoronal polishing, sealant, radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring certificationsKnowledge of Curve dental software
REQUIREMENTS:RDA license by Texas State Board of Dental ExaminersCurrent CPR/BLS certification and OSHA/HIPAA certificate
HOURS:Monday flexible hours with no patients except for school holidays (we see patients 8-5pm during those), Tues/Wed/Thurs 8-5:00 pm, Fri 8-4:00 pmThere will be an occasional Monday where we work so you must be available 5 days a week. Schedule is created 6 months in advance with occasional changes.
PAY:*Negotiable and will be discussed in person upon working interview.
BENEFITS:*Bonus, opportunity for career advancement, scrubs are provided, opportunity for CE courses and credits, fun team bonding events and more.
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Texas: $18–$21 an hour
- The middle half of 3,132 job posts in Texas that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 6, 2026
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