Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)
Listed compensation
$19-$21/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Part-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
Join the future of dentistry, led by dentists
We're reshaping the way patients experience dental care. By placing patients and providers at the core of our approach, we're breaking new ground in the world of dentistry. Since our inception, we've touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients and have emerged as a leading and distinguished dental organization, led by dentists. If you’re a motivated change-maker looking to build a lifelong career in dentistry – now is the time to take part in our journey.
Our Practice
- Little Smiles of Port Washington
- 110 Main Street Suite 101, Port Washington, New York 11050
Hiring Schedule
- Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm (9:00 am - 6:00 pm on school holidays)
- Tuesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Responsibilities
- Welcoming patients with a smile, making them feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit.
- Support the Dentist with various procedures.
- Taking digital radiographs and intra-oral scans as prescribed
- Ensure strict infection control by meticulously preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Sanitizing and prepping operatories for respective treatments.
- Adhere to OSHA and safety policies, prioritizing a secure and healthy environment.
- Educate patients on effective oral hygiene strategies as needed
- Undertake diverse office tasks as needed for seamless practice operations.
Qualifications
- Prior pediatric experience preferred, but not required
- Any certification/license as required by the state to perform specified duties.
- A resume showcasing a consistent and stable employment history.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, delivering exceptional patient experiences.
Our Benefits
- Generous Compensation: We invest in the best and are competitive in our salary offers.
- Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans: Tailored options for you and your family's well-being.
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching: Secure your financial future with our employer-matched plan up to 6%.
- Generous Paid-Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks, plus an annual "you" day for self-care.
- Exclusive In-house Dental Program: Heavily discounted services for you and your immediate family.
- Fresh Scrubs: Accrue an annual scrub allowance through our uniform partners.
- Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits: Enjoy additional benefits and ongoing perks for our dedicated teams.
*All benefits available at full-time employment (30+ hours weekly). Some benefits available for part-time employees as well.
- New York Salary Range: $19/HR - $21/HR (based on experience and license status)
- Step into a new era with Premier Care Dental Management
A modern practice environment designed for superior care and comfort. We embrace cutting-edge technology in a soothing environment that goes beyond your ordinary dental practice. We’ve thought through every step in the patient’s experience to perfect our communication and care so that each visit is an eagerly anticipated event.
We’re a team that supports your success. Emphasizing health over sales, we cultivate a warm, supportive culture without the pressure of production quotas. Those motivated for growth in their career are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
We celebrate diversity. Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in terms of all conditions of employment. Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to promote a work environment where all differences are respected.
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Salary Range
$19—$21 USD
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant (Pediatrics) at Premier Care Dental Management a 6.9 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 night shifts.
Pediatrics Career Context
Premier Care Dental Management holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 10 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $39k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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