Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401k with matching

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

Mt Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, VA seeks a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists across a range of procedures. The role emphasizes empathy, patience, and clear communication with patients while maintaining precise records.

Responsibilities include room prep, sterilization, assisting during procedures, taking X-rays, greeting patients, scheduling, and helping with administrative tasks. Benefits include paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Empathetic, patient-focused, professional demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments for procedures.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments.
• Explain oral hygiene recommendations to patients.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Self-motivated

Education

2+ years dental assisting experience

Dental assisting certification (preferred)

Tools

X-ray imaging

Sterilization equipment

Job description

## Dental AssistantApply: Alexandria, VA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR103445**Location:**Mt Vernon Center for DentistryOur Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.**Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:*** Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists* Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms* Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants* Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs* Taking and processing X-rays of patients* Perform lab tasks as instructed* Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments* Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene* Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures* Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions* Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice**Qualifications:*** 2 or more years of Dental Assisting experience preferred* Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients* Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients**Compensation & Benefits:*** Guaranteed Hourly Rate $23 or more* Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays* 401k Program: with matching contributions* Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)* Competitive health, dental, and vision plan* Life Insurance and Disability Insurance* Flexible Schedules#sponsorda**FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.