Part Time Pediatric Dental Assistant
Listed compensation
$18-$19/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Part-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
- Part-Time Pediatric Dental Assistant
- $750 Sign-On Bonus!
- Absolute Dental
Absolute Dental is seeking a caring and dependable Part-Time Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team! This position has a consistent schedule every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
If you enjoy working with children and helping create a fun, positive, and comfortable dental experience for young patients, we would love to connect with you!
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- Pay & Incentives
- $18–$19/hour, depending on experience
- $750 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates
- Part-time schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Compensation Note
Final pay will be determined by the hiring manager based on the candidate’s experience, skills, certifications, and training.
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About the Role
As a Pediatric Dental Assistant, you will support the doctor during pediatric procedures while helping children feel safe, comfortable, and cared for throughout their visit.
Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply; however, some dental experience is required for this role.
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- Responsibilities May Include
- Assisting the doctor during pediatric dental procedures
- Helping children feel calm, comfortable, and supported
- Preparing and turning over treatment rooms
- Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection-control standards
- Supporting charting and documentation as needed
- Working closely with the dental team to keep the day running smoothly
- Creating a welcoming, kid-friendly experience for patients and families
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- What We’re Looking For
- Comfortable and passionate about working with children
- Some dental experience required
- Available every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Positive, patient, and friendly attitude
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, dependable, and team-oriented
- CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
- Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus
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Travel Requirement
This role may require travel between Absolute Dental office locations. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling between offices as needed.
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- Why Join Absolute Dental?
- Supportive, team-focused environment
- Kid-friendly pediatric dental setting
- Growth and development opportunities
- Supportive leadership and training
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference for children and families
- Monthly bonus opportunities, plus a sign-on bonus
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Apply Today!
If you love working with kids and are looking for consistent part-time weekend hours in pediatric dentistry, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today and join Absolute Dental—where every smile matters!
Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant will support doctors during pediatric procedures and ensure a comfortable, safe environment for young patients. Responsibilities also include sterilizing instruments, maintaining infection-control standards, and assisting with clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must have some prior dental experience and be comfortable working with children in a fast-paced environment. A CPR certification is required or must be obtained, and the candidate must be available to work every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
Absolute Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 6 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$38k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $38k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$38k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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