Dental Assistant

Aegis Dental Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Career growth

Job summary

Aegis Dental Group in Fort Wayne, Indiana is seeking a friendly, dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team. You will welcome patients, prepare rooms, assist with four-handed dentistry, sterilize instruments, and manage records to ensure smooth visits.

Ideal candidates have X-ray certification, strong communication skills, and a patient-focused approach. Dental assisting education or certification is preferred; EFDA or coronal polishing credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or in progress.
• X-ray certification is required.
• Dental assisting education or certification preferred.
• EFDA or coronal polishing certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable during visits.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Assist doctors using four-handed dentistry.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection-control standards.
• Keep rooms clean, organized, and stocked.
• Complete laboratory tasks as directed.
• Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative guidance.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with scheduling and other patient-related needs.
• Help create a positive, efficient experience for patients and the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused attitude

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting certification

EFDA training/certification (a plus)

Coronal polishing certification (a plus)

Tools

Dental office software

X-ray equipment handling

Job description

We're looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing team.

What You'll Do

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials
• Assist doctors using four-handed dentistry
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection-control standards
• Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Complete laboratory tasks as directed
• Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative instructions
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Assist with scheduling and other patient-related needs as needed
• Help create a positive, efficient experience for both patients and the dental team

What We're Looking For

• Dental assisting experience preferred
• X-ray certification required
• Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization, and infection-control procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, professional, and patient-focused attitude
• Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail
• Comfortable using computers and dental office technology
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dental assisting education or certification preferred
• EFDA training/certification is a plus
• Coronal polishing certification/experience is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid vacation / paid time off
• Dental benefits
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development