Dental Pediatric assistant

Benefits:
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
About the Role:
Casa Smiles is looking for a passionate and caring Pediatric Assistant to join our team in Hialeah, FL! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young patients by supporting a warm, child-friendly dental environment. If you love working with kids and thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist chairside during pediatric dental procedures and examinations
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms between patients
Take and develop dental X-rays (radiographs) as directed
Help manage patient comfort and anxiety, especially with young or nervous children
Record patient information, treatment notes, and medical histories accurately
Educate patients and parents on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care
Maintain inventory of dental supplies and assist with front office coordination as needed
Requirements:
Prior experience as a dental assistant, pediatric assistant, or in a clinical dental setting preferred
Dental radiography (X-ray) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and sterilization protocols
Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred for this Hialeah, FL location
Warm, patient, and nurturing demeanor with children of all ages
Strong communication and organizational skills
CPR/BLS certification preferred or ability to obtain upon hire
About Us:
Casa Smiles is a trusted pediatric dental practice dedicated to creating healthy, happy smiles for children in the Hialeah community. We pride ourselves on delivering gentle, compassionate care in a fun and welcoming environment that puts both kids and parents at ease. Our team is passionate, supportive, and committed to making every visit a positive experience — for our patients and our staff alike.

Emotional support for children • Spanish • CPR Certification • Health education for children • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • BLS Certification • Working with pediatric populations • Full-time • English • Clinic experience • Healthcare practice inventory management • Health insurance • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Emotional support for patients • Paid time off • Children • Dental x-ray • Pediatrics • Health record tracking • Patient family and caregiver education • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Patient interaction • Employee discount • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling