Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our growing team at ānuenue dental as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and clinical expertise will help create a welcoming environment for patients of all ages seeking exceptional dental care. In this role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient records, communicate with patients and their parents, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. We are looking for a dependable, caring, and clinically minded Dental Assistant to help create calm, positive experiences for keiki, parents, and adult patients. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to oral health excellence. We are a growing practice and would love for you to grow with us!

This is currently a core weekend role with additional days in the future. We welcome experienced dental assistants as well as motivated applicants who are excited to begin a career in dentistry through a structured, paid training pathway.

Compensation
Experienced Dental Assistant: $22–$26/hour, depending on experience and demonstrated skills
Dental Assistant Trainee: $19–$22/hour during structured training
Weekend differential: Additional $1/hour for Saturday and Sunday shifts
$500 retention bonus after successfully completing 90 days of employment
What You Will Do
Assist dentists during pediatric and general dental procedures using four-handed dentistry, which includes but is not limited to preventive and restorative care, extractions, orthodontics, emergency care, and endodontics.

Help children and caregivers feel safe and comfortable through calm, age-appropriate communication and behavior guidance techniques
Provide developmentally appropriate dental health education and post-operative instructions as needed
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and patient records for each appointment
Maintain excellent sterilization, infection-prevention, and operatory-turnover standards
Take digital radiographs, intraoral photographs, and scans
Help maintain high safety protocols during sedation treatments and provide support with special needs appointments
Support accurate charting in electronic dental record, treatment flow, supplies, and team coordination
Help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming clinical environment
Support the dental reception team by scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and handling administrative tasks efficiently.

What We Are Looking For
Reliable availability for a regular Friday–Sunday schedule
A warm, respectful, patient-centered approach—especially with children and families
Clear and effective communication with an empathetic and patient-centered focus
Strong attention to detail, initiative, and ability to work well on a close-knit team
Ability to multi-task and remain calm under a fast-paced clinical environment
Willing to learn, accept feedback, and grow with the practice
Team-oriented and willing to help wherever needed
Preferred, But Not Required
Chairside dental-assisting and operating room experience
Pediatric dentistry, general dentistry, sterilization, and customer-service experience
Experience with digital radiographs, intraoral scanning, and dental software
Current BLS/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it with practice support
Dental assisting coursework, DANB credentials, or additional language skills
Interest in building systems for a growing dental practice
What We Offer
A predictable three-day schedule with weekdays free. Options for weekdays in the future
Paid structured training and mentorship for trainees
PTO, Health benefits, 401k, disability insurance, and employee dental-care benefits for eligible team members
A supportive, respectful workplace where your growth and ideas matter
About ānuenue | Pediatric & General Dentistry:
At ānuenue | Pediatric & General Dentistry, our mission is to provide whole person-centered and community-focused comprehensive oral health care. Our kuleana is to meet the diverse needs of our community through personalized, evidence-based care for all stages of life.

Learn more about the practice and the doctors at anuenuedental.com
How to apply:
Please send your resume and a short message about your interest in the position to aloha@anuenuedental.com - Subject line: Dental Assistant Application
Pay: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Paid training
Work Location: In person