Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant
Listed compensation
$26-$30/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant
$26–$30/hour | Full-Time or Part-Time | Mount Pleasant, SC
What if your next dental office finally felt like home?
Not just people working in the same building...
But a team that celebrates wins, supports each other on the hard days, invests in your growth, and genuinely enjoys caring for children.
That's the culture we've spent more than 45 years building at Kids Teeth.
If you're looking for more than your next job—we'd love to meet you.
Why You'll Love It Here
Award-winning, locally owned pediatric practice
Supportive, team-first culture
Opportunities to learn and grow
Every other Friday off & no weekends
Meaningful work that makes a difference every day
What We Offer
- $26–$30/hour
- Bonus opportunities
- Health, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Continuing Education
- Free Uniforms
- Employee Discounts
What You'll Do
- Assist the doctor during pediatric procedures
- Help children feel safe, comfortable, and confident
- Take digital x-rays and prepare treatment rooms
- Educate parents on home care and next steps
- Support your teammates and keep the day running smoothly
What You Bring
- CDA or RDA certification
- Nitrous certification (or eligible)
- 2+ years of dental assisting experience (pediatric preferred)
- Positive attitude and strong communication skills
- A genuine love for working with children and families
Schedule
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM (every other Friday off!)
Two Tuesday evenings/month (1:00–7:00 PM during the school year)
No weekends
Ready to Join the Kids Teeth Family?
At Kids Teeth, we believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients.
If you're looking for a place where you'll feel supported, appreciated, and excited to come to work—we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and come grow with us!
Key Responsibilities
Assist the doctor during pediatric dental procedures and prepare treatment rooms for patient care. Educate parents on home care instructions and ensure a smooth, comfortable experience for children.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a CDA or RDA certification and possess at least 2 years of dental assisting experience. Nitrous certification is required or must be obtainable, along with a genuine passion for working with children.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant at Kids Teeth – Dr. Mike and Dr. Will a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Dental) — ranked against 291 active Pediatrics (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$58k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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