Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant (No Experience Required – We Will Train You!)

• Company: My Kids Smile
• Location: Sparks, NV (Conveniently located for commuters from both Sparks and Reno)
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay: $19.00 per hour

No Dental Experience? No Problem! This isn't just a job—it's the launchpad to an amazing career! You do NOT need prior dental or medical experience to apply. Whether you are a customer service superstar looking for a rewarding career change or a fresh dental assisting graduate, we will provide a complete, hands-on, on-the-job training program to help you become a skilled, confident pediatric dental assistant.
Bilingual Bonus: Conversational or fluent English/Spanish bilingual skills are a huge competitive asset!

Why Join My Kids Smile?

At My Kids Smile, we trade cold, intimidating dental visits for an atmosphere filled with fun, patience, and happy memories! Our mission is to help children overcome fear, build healthy habits early, and enjoy going to the dentist.

By joining our clinical team, you will train and work alongside two exceptional, deeply compassionate pediatric leaders:

• Dr. Aaron Duffy (Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist): Adopted from South Korea and raised in California, Dr. Duffy earned his B.S. at UC Santa Barbara and his DDS at the University of the Pacific. After completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry and a two-year pediatric specialty residency in Tucson, AZ, he dedicated his career to replacing childhood dental anxiety with joyful experiences. (When he's not caring for teeth, you'll find him exploring Northern Nevada's outdoors, playing board games, golfing, and hunting for new foods with his family!)
• Dr. Cintia Teglia: Born and raised in Mexico, Dr. Teglia earned her dental degree at the UOP Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. Guided by her faith and a deep commitment to serving others, she has been proudly caring for children in our local community since 2003. She loves spending time with her husband, two children, three grandkids, and dog, Bullet—especially while enjoying the beach and local food (especially tacos)!

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Master Pediatric Chairside Assisting: Learn four-handed clinical assisting to support our doctors during routine checkups, restorative care, and specialized pediatric procedures.
• Cultivate Patient Confidence: Greet kids and parents with high energy, using child-friendly language and gentle techniques to ease anxieties and make every visit fun.
• Clinical Room Operations: Learn how to prepare, sterilize, and turn over treatment rooms efficiently between appointments while keeping patient comfort front-and-center.
• Infection Control & Compliance: Master pristine sterilization, instrument care, and infection control standards in accordance with CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines.
• Team Synergy: Collaborate closely with clinical and administrative teammates to maintain a smooth, cheerful, and on-time patient flow.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: Zero prior dental experience required! Bring enthusiasm, empathy, and a strong work ethic—we will handle all of your clinical training.
• Language Skills: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Communication & Mindset: Excellent interpersonal skills with a warm, patient, and cheerful personality that puts children at ease.
• Team Spirit: A desire to learn, grow professionally, and collaborate in a positive, mission-driven team environment.
• Compliance & Safety: This position is safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of a routine pre-employment drug screen.

Perks & Benefits That'll Make You Smile

• Competitive Wage: $19.00 per hour.
• Time to Recharge: Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays each year.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical Insurance (choose from 5 tailored plans), Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan featuring a generous Company Match to secure your financial future.
• Financial Protection: Practice-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability policies.
• Total Family Support: Access to our specialized Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household.
• Employee Perks: Dedicated Team Member Service & Achievement Recognition Programs, discounted team dental services, and corporate cell phone plan discounts.
• Career Growth: Endless opportunities for professional advancement within the practice and our larger regional network!

Ready to Launch Your New Career?

If you love working with kids and are ready to build a meaningful, long-term career where joy meets dentistry, we want to meet you!

Apply today to join the clinical team at My Kids Smile in Sparks!

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

My Kid's Smile is proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.