Dental Assistant

Dental One As; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Support for continuing education

Modern office with advanced dental technology

Supplemental insurance products

Paid time off

Job summary

Dental Associates of Northern Virginia is hiring a Dental Assistant in Falls Church, Virginia. The role involves assisting the dental team with patient care, preparing treatment rooms, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Applicants must have a completion of a certified dental assistant program, a year of experience, and X-ray certification. The position offers competitive pay, support for continuing education, and benefits including paid time off and supplemental insurance.

Qualifications

• Prior dental assisting experience is required.
• Must maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists during procedures.
• Welcome and educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Take and develop X-rays and assist with impressions.
• Ensure infection control and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Manage patient records, scheduling, and intake.

Skills

Patient care

Dental assisting experience

X-ray certification

Nitrous oxide certification

Education

Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dental Associates of Northern Virginia is looking for a Dental Assistant in Falls Church, Virginia to 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 the care team, supporting the office and assisting professional dental staff with treatment. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology
• DCA voluntary supplemental insurance products
• Student loan consolidation
• Paid time off

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.
• Assist the dentist with dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one‑year certified dental assistant program
• 1 year on‑the‑job experience
• X‑ray certification – required
• Nitrous oxide certification is highly recommended
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.