Dental Assistant

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists by preparing treatment areas, assisting with procedures, and performing X-ray and laboratory tasks. The role includes maintaining infection control, training patients, and providing education on oral health.

A MA dental assisting license and at least one year of experience are required, with Spanish proficiency preferred. The position is onsite at 332 Hanover Street with a standard 40-hour week and day shifts.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental assistant in MA per Board of Registration in Dentistry.
• At least one year of full-time or equivalent experience.
• Ability to assist with four-handed dentistry and general dental procedures.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the dental health unit under the supervision of the dentist.
• Welcome patients and escort them to the treatment area, ensuring a comfortable patient experience.
• Prepare and disinfect dental treatment rooms per health center policies and infection control standards.
• Assist during dental procedures, including four-handed dentistry.
• Obtain and process dental X-rays.
• Prepare alginate impressions and pour dental models.
• Assist with crown cement removal and regementation as directed.
• Provide patients with prescribed dental bleaching kits and fabricate trays.
• Maintain instrument cleaning and sterilization per policies.
• Keep dental operatories organized and stocked; monitor supplies.
• Fabricate bleaching trays and dental models in the lab.
• Educate patients on oral health and preventive care.
• Apply fluoride varnish as directed.
• Assist with dental dam placement/removal.
• Maintain dental equipment and daily upkeep.

Skills

Four-handed dentistry

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Massachusetts dental assisting license

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality dental care by assisting the dentist with patient treatment, maintaining a safe and organized clinical environment, and providing patient education. This role includes preparing patients and treatment areas, assisting with dental procedures, obtaining dental X-rays, performing laboratory tasks, maintaining dental equipment, and supporting infection prevention and control practices.

Key Responsibilities

-Support the daily operations of the dental health unit under the supervision of the dentist.
-Welcome patients and escort them to the treatment area, helping ensure a comfortable and positive patient experience.
-Prepare and disinfect dental treatment rooms in accordance with health center policies and infection control standards.
-Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist during dental procedures, including four-handed dentistry.
-Obtain and process dental X-rays in accordance with established procedures.
-Prepare alginate impressions and pour dental models.
-Assist with temporary crown cement removal and crown recementation, as directed by the dentist.
-Provide patients with prescribed dental bleaching kits and fabricate bleaching trays as needed.
-Perform instrument cleaning, sterilization, and other infection prevention and control activities in accordance with health center policies.
-Maintain organized, well-stocked dental operatories and monitor dental supplies.
-Perform dental laboratory tasks, including fabricating bleaching trays and dental models.
-Provide individualized patient education on oral health, disease prevention, and dental treatment procedures.
-Apply preventive dental agents, including fluoride varnish, as directed and within the scope of practice.
-Assist with the placement and removal of dental dams.
-Maintain dental equipment according to manufacturer guidelines, including completing routine daily maintenance.
-Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment to support efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts dental assisting license, as required by the Board of Registration in Dentistry.
• At least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a dental assistant in an established dental practice.
• Ability to assist with four-handed dentistry and support a variety of general dental procedures.
• Familiarity with operative dentistry and general dental care practices.
• Ability to provide compassionate, age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan, including young children and older adults.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a willingness to learn new procedures and contribute to a collaborative clinical environment.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

332 Hanover Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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