Dental Assistant at St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry
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Job Description
St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. With a strong reputation for providing exceptional pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming, and child-focused environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, patient-centered practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating positive dental experiences for children and families.
Website: St. Louis Kids!
What You'll Do
As a Dental Assistant, you will support the dentist and clinical team in providing exceptional pediatric dental care while helping create a positive, comfortable experience for children and their families.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and exams
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
- Take and process dental X-rays in compliance with applicable safety regulations
- Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Maintain infection control, sterilization, and OSHA compliance
- Support the clinical team with daily patient care and office operations
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience or knowledge in a dental or medical setting preferred, but not required
- Active dental assistant certification preferred, but not required
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Friendly, patient-focused approach to working with children and families
What Makes You Successful
You are dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric dental environment. You enjoy working with children and families and are committed to creating a positive and welcoming patient experience.
You communicate effectively, work well as part of a collaborative team, and are flexible in supporting the needs of the practice. This position requires the ability and willingness to travel between up to four practice locations as needed to support team and patient needs.
Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined.
Why Join Us?
- Trusted pediatric dental practice with multiple convenient locations throughout St. Louis
- Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture
- Modern, kid-friendly offices equipped with advanced dental technology
- Emphasis on compassionate, child-centered care
- Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Assistant will support the dentist during pediatric procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and maintain infection control standards. They will also educate patients and parents on oral hygiene while assisting with daily clinical operations.
Requirements
Candidates should be dependable and detail-oriented with strong communication skills and a passion for working with children. While previous dental experience and certification are preferred, they are not strictly required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dental assistant | ranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Assistant listings in Missouri | 152 active | 5,778 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri healthcare professional listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 3% offer loan repayment152 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,222 in the last 30 days | 752 the 30 days before (+63%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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