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Roanoke, Virginia

Dental Assistant - Roanoke Pediatric Dentistry

DentalNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$21/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

The Opportunity

  • Now Hiring: Dental Assistants!
  • Roanoke Pediatric Dentistry – Roanoke, VA
  • Full‑Time | $17–$21/hr | 2 Openings

Are you a friendly, energetic, and kid‑loving Dental Assistant looking to grow in a fast‑paced, supportive environment? Roanoke Pediatric Dentistry is excited to welcome a new team member to our fun, high‑energy pediatric practice!

Our Culture

We’re a friendly, fast‑paced, team‑oriented pediatric office where we work hard, support one another, and have fun while caring for our patients. If you value teamwork, communication, and positive energy, you’ll fit right in!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

4‑Day Work Week – More work‑life balance! Updated Dental Technology – Work with modern tools & equipment Full Benefits Package – Medical, dental, vision & more Team Lunches & Bonus Pay – Because appreciation matters Free Scrubs – Look great while you work!

  • Schedule & Pay
  • Monday–Friday (4–5 days/week)
  • $17–$21/hr (based on experience)
  • A Day In the Life Of

What You’ll Do

  • You’ll play an important role in creating positive dental experiences for our pediatric patients, including:
  • Chairside assisting
  • Dental cleanings & prophy
  • Charting & sterilization
  • Educating patients and families
  • Taking X‑rays
  • Supporting a smooth, fun, and engaging clinic environment
  • What You'll Bring To The Table
  • Who We’re Looking For

Our Ideal Candidate Is

  • Reliable and professional
  • Great with kids
  • Communicative and team‑oriented
  • Friendly, respectful, and eager to learn
  • X‑ray certified
  • 1–2 years of experience preferred
  • Required
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Certifications: X‑ray, Coronal Polishing, EDDA, CPR (prefer any that apply)

Ready to Join Our Team?

We are an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our applicants.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Key Responsibilities

The dental assistant will provide chairside support, perform dental cleanings, and manage sterilization and charting tasks. They are also responsible for educating patients and families while maintaining a positive and engaging clinic environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be X-ray certified. Experience of 1-2 years is preferred, along with certifications in Coronal Polishing, EDDA, or CPR.

Key Skills

Patient educationX-ray imaging

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$40k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $39k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Pediatrics Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs

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<$50k
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$52k
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$62k
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$70k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

CHAS Health · Spokane, Washington

$23.75-$33.86/hr
#2

Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant

Kids Teeth – Dr. Mike and Dr. Will · Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

$26-$30/hr
#3

Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant

$26-$30/hr
#4

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

$25-$30/hr
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Pediatrics (Dental) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 324 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Roanoke

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$265k
Typical market rent
$1,413/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.6
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Roanoke, VA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Talent For Dental

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Benefits & Perks

4-Day Work Week
Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
Team lunches and bonus pay
Free scrubs
Updated dental technology