Compassionate Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Teamwork

Dental Center of Aspen Hill; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Center of Aspen Hill in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a warm, dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing dental family. You will support doctors, prepare operatory rooms, and help ensure a smooth clinical day.

The ideal candidate is friendly, organized, a strong communicator, and eager to learn. You’ll take X-rays, follow sterilization protocols, educate patients, and contribute to a welcoming patient experience.

Qualifications

• Friendly, compassionate, and patient-focused
• Dependable and ready to jump in when your team needs you
• Comfortable assisting chairside
• Organized and attentive to detail
• A strong communicator and team player
• Eager to learn, improve, and grow professionally
• Someone who takes pride in creating a great patient experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and turn over treatment rooms
• Take X-rays as permitted by Maryland requirements
• Follow sterilization and infection-control protocols
• Help keep the clinical schedule running smoothly
• Educate and comfort patients throughout their visits
• Work alongside a team that supports one another

Skills

Friendly

Compassionate

Patient-focused

Dependable

Team player

Chairside

Organized

Strong communicator

Eager to learn

Patient experience

Job description

Dental Center of Aspen Hill in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a warm, dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing dental family. You will support doctors, prepare operatory rooms, and help ensure a smooth clinical day.

The ideal candidate is friendly, organized, a strong communicator, and eager to learn. You’ll take X-rays, follow sterilization protocols, educate patients, and contribute to a welcoming patient experience.