Dental Assistant

Quince Orchard Dental Care; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching contributions

Health, dental, and vision plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Life Insurance and Disability

Job summary

Quince Orchard Dental Care is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support our dental team in Gaithersburg, MD. The role involves preparing rooms, sterilizing equipment, assisting the dentist during procedures, and taking X-rays to ensure smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience, Maryland Radiology License, and CPR certification. Excellent communication and a professional demeanor are essential to build trust with patients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Maryland Radiology License is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Professionalism, strong work ethic, and good communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Assist dentist during procedures and pass instruments.
• Take and process dental X-rays and maintain patient records.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments; advise on oral hygiene.
• Adhere to OSHA and HIPAA policies and assist with administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient relations

Attention to detail

Education

Maryland Radiology License

CPR certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Location:Quince Orchard Dental CareFull-time Dental Assistant Opportunity at Quince Orchard Dental CareOur 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.Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:50am-4:30pm, Friday 6:50am-2:30pmDental Assisting Job Responsibilities:Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentistsKnowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental termsUnderstanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implantsAssisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needsTaking and processing X-rays of patientsPerform lab tasks as instructedGreeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointmentsAdvising patients on recommended oral hygieneMaintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment proceduresStrong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsHandling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practiceAdhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures.Qualifications:1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferredMaryland Radiology License requiredCurrent CPR certificationOutstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethicStrong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patientsDriven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patientsCompensation & Benefits:Guaranteed Hourly Rate, salary range $26 - $29 hourlyPaid Vacation & Paid Holidays401k Program: with matching contributionsBenefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)Competitive health, dental, and vision planLife Insurance and Disability Insurance*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*The pay range for this role varies based on experience, credentials, and availability. In addition to competitive compensation, our team members enjoy continuing education opportunities, production-based incentives (when applicable), and clear pathways for growth within the practice.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.Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.