Dental Assistant

Aegis Dental Group; Goshen, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid vacation / PTO

Dental benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Aegis Dental Group in Goshen, IN is seeking a friendly and dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team. You will welcome patients, prepare rooms and instruments, and assist doctors with four-handed dentistry.

The role requires X-ray certification and a high school diploma; dental assisting education or certification is preferred. EFDA and coronal polishing credentials are a plus, with competitive pay and benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• X-ray certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental assisting education or certification preferred.
• EFDA training/certification a plus; coronal polishing certification/experience 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 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 needs.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

X-ray certification

Infection control knowledge

Communication skills

Organization and attention to detail

Computer/dental office technology

EFDA training/certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting education or certification

Tools

Dental office software

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