Pediatric Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Pediatric Dental Assistant role is an onsite, full-time position in Phoenix, AZ, with a Monday–Friday schedule. Pay is $19–$25 per hour, depending on experience and certifications. Arizona Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides specialized dental care to children and adolescents in its Phoenix office. The assistant supports pediatric dental procedures and helps maintain a safe, comfortable experience for children and families. The role contributes to coordinated patient care by preparing treatment areas and instruments, documenting visits, and sharing oral-care guidance.

What you'll do

• Assist the pediatric dentist chairside
• set up and break down operatories
• prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• take dental radiographs and molds
• prepare materials for impressions and restorations
• provide post-treatment instructions and oral hygiene education
• help children feel comfortable
• update patient records in Eaglesoft
• coordinate with the dental team and maintain an organized work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pediatric dental assistant

full-time

phoenix az

arizona pediatric dentistry & orthodontics

dental assisting

pediatric dentistry

chairside assistance

dental x-rays

monday–friday

$19–$25/hr

no weekends

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and paid holidays after the probationary period
• supportive team environment and opportunities to grow.

Why this role

New assistants are welcome to apply and may be trained. An accredited dental assisting program or current enrollment is required; Arizona radiography certification or willingness to obtain it is specified.

About the employer

Arizona Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.