Pediatric Dental Assistant — Orthodontics

Job overview

The Pediatric Dental Assistant — Orthodontics role is onsite in Washington, DC, with the posting also identifying New Carrollton, MD. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Children’s Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, which provides specialized dental care to children and describes an interdisciplinary care center. Working under dentists’ direct supervision, the assistant prepares treatment rooms and instruments, assists with procedures, and supports patient care and records. The role contributes to safe, organized visits and the practice’s focus on preventive education and lifelong oral health.

What you'll do

• Prepare instruments, trays, and treatment rooms
• seat patients and review setup
• assist dentists during procedures
• take and process photos and X-rays, impressions, and temporary crowns
• assist with nitrous oxide and emergencies
• chart patient histories and notes
• manage sterilization
• maintain equipment and supplies
• perform simple laboratory procedures
• schedule appointments and follow up with patients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pediatric dental assistant

orthodontics

washington dc

new carrollton md

children's choice pediatric dentistry

full-time

dental procedures

x-rays

sterilization

patient records

cpr certification

dental assistant program

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting identifies Washington, DC and New Carrollton, MD locations and requires dental assistant program completion, applicable MD and/or DC dental licenses, X-ray certification, and CPR certification.

About the employer

Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.