Dental Assistant — Pediatric Dentistry

Job overview

The Dental Assistant role is onsite in Latham, NY, with compensation of $20–$26 per hour. Where Smiles Grow Pediatric Dentistry provides dental care in a welcoming, child-friendly environment.

What you'll do

• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
• assist dentists during procedures
• sterilize and disinfect equipment
• maintain patient records in dental software
• educate patients and guardians on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• schedule appointments and coordinate patient flow
• and monitor dental supplies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

dental assistant

pediatric dentistry

patient care

dental procedures

latham ny

where smiles grow

$20–$26/hr

monday–friday

no weekends

training provided

no experience required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• company-provided life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) contributions
• paid time off and holidays
• discounted and free pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments.

Why this role

No prior experience is required; training is provided. Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m., with no evenings, holidays, or weekends. Occasional commuting to Delmar and Schodack offices is preferred.

About the employer

Where Smiles Grow is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.