Dental Assistant Full Time

Experienced Dental Assistant

Position: Full-Time Dental Assistant

Practice: Two-Doctor Private Dental Practice

Compensation: Hourly pay based on experience

Schedule: Full-time

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our two-doctor private dental practice. The ideal candidate is a team player who takes pride in providing exceptional patient care, maintaining a positive and professional environment, and supporting our doctors and team throughout the day.

We value a friendly, collaborative workplace where everyone works together to provide an outstanding experience for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctors during a variety of dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for patient care
• Take dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations
• Assist with infection control, sterilization, and operatory turnover
• Prepare materials and instruments for procedures
• Update accurate and timely patient medical information
• Provide patients with post-operative instructions and education
• Help patients feel comfortable and cared for throughout their visit
• Assist with patient flow and daily clinical operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and practice protocols
• Communicate effectively with doctors, hygienists, front-office staff, and patients
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred
• Experience in a private dental practice preferred
• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilization procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to be a supportive team member
• Current certifications and licenses required for the position and applicable to the state of practice

What We Offer

• Full-time employment
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Uniforms provided after 90 days
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% company match after 90 days
• Accrued paid time off (PTO) after 90 days
• Discounted dental services for self and immediate family members.
• Supportive, professional, and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a private dental practice

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is experienced, compassionate, dependable, and enthusiastic about dentistry . Our ideal Dental Assistant enjoys working with patients, takes pride in their work, anticipates the needs of the doctors, and contributes positively to the entire team.

If you are an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity with a private practice that values its team and its patients, we would love to hear from you!