Dental Assistant

Private Practice Dental Jobs | Saugus, MA

Posted Date 3/07/2025
Description

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About the role:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a founding team member, you will play a crucial role in setting the standard and leading the way. If you have a passion for dentistry and enjoy working in a private practice environment, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements + Responsibilities:

Dental Assistant Requirements

? Must possess the following: an active dental assistant certificate, a radiology certificate, or an active state issued license number.

? Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

? Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality

? Excellent communication skills to educate patients on oral health care practices

? 1-year or more experience preferred

? Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

? Strong attention to detail

? Must be well-organized and reliable

Responsibilities

? Welcome patients to the dental office

? Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort

? Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed

? Sterilize instruments according to regulations

? Assist the dentist during treatment appointments

? Execute lab tasks as instructed

? Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

? Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

? Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

? When necessary, assist dentists in the management of medical and dental emergencies

? Making sure medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs, are gathered and recorded

? Maintain dental equipment inventory and order dental supplies

Practice Management Software: Curve- We will include a robust training upon onboarding.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Language:

  • Spanish (Preferred)
  • Portuguese (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Saugus, MA 01906 (Required)

Work Location: In person

 

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