Pays $31-$35/hr — Dental Assistant market median is ~$47k (114 jobs)
About the Role
Part-time pediatric dental assistant. Two Saturdays per month. Boston, MA.
Join 42 North Dental as a Pediatric Dental Assistant – Part-Time Saturdays in Boston, Massachusetts.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $31 - $35/hour.
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- On-site position.
Apply to join 42 North Dental as a Pediatric Dental Assistant – Part-Time Saturdays.
Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant provides clinical support by assisting with dental procedures, preparing treatment rooms, and maintaining infection control standards. They also facilitate communication between patients and dentists to ensure a positive patient experience.
Requirements
Candidates should have knowledge of dental procedures and terminology, with a preference for C.D.A. certification. Strong verbal skills and a positive team-oriented approach to patient care are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$69k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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