Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Support for continuing education and专业

Job summary

Alliance Dental Care in East Longmeadow, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with patient care in a collaborative setting. The role requires prior dental assisting experience and x-ray certification, with a competitive hourly pay of $18–$25 and full-time schedule.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and ongoing professional development. Join a modern office with advanced dental technology and a team that values quality care

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• X-Ray certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-Ray Certification

Job description

Overview

Alliance Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistantin East Longmeadow,Massachusettsto assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Position Overview:As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay $18Min-$25Max
• Full time: Mondays 8am-5pm, Tuesday 8am-5pm, Wednesday 8am - 5pm, Thursday 8am-5pm
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
• X-Ray certification - Required
• High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Legal Disclaimer:We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.