Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401k with matching contributions

Health, dental, and vision plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Quince Orchard Dental Care in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists in a busy practice. Ideal candidates have empathy, patience, quick thinking and a desire to help others.

Responsibilities include room preparation, instrument sterilization, X-ray processing, patient scheduling, and maintaining records. Salary: $26–$29 per hour; benefits include paid time off, 401k, and health plans.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred.
• Maryland Radiology License required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ready equipment for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process X-rays of patients; perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and advise on oral hygiene.
• Maintain patient records and assist with payment procedures.
• Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and clinical procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiology

CPR certification

Communication

Education

Maryland Radiology License

CPR certification

Tools

Sterilization techniques

Job description

Location:

Quince Orchard Dental Care

Full-time Dental Assistant Opportunity at Quince Orchard Dental Care

Our 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-2:30pm

Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
• Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
• Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
• Maryland Radiology License required
• Current CPR certification
• Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
• Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients

Compensation & Benefits:

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate, salary range $26 - $29 hourly
• Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
• 401k Program: with matching contributions
• Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
• Life 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-Exempt

We 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.

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