Dental Assistant

Confidential Dental Practice; Ilchester (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO

Bonuses

Job summary

DirectDental in Ilchester, MD is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support doctors in a fast-paced practice, ensuring patient comfort and smooth procedures. You will assist with 4-handed dentistry, prepare instruments, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

Join a patient‑centered team that values reliability, initiative, and clear communication with patients and staff. Training and ongoing improvement are encouraged in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and arrive ready to work.
• Maintain professional patient interactions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dental environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in all 4-handed dentistry procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations

Skills

Dependable

Positive attitude

Team player

Professional communication

Initiative

Job description

Dental Assistant duties:

• Assist the doctor in all 4-handed dentistry procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations

Just as important, we are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable and arrives ready to work
• Has a positive attitude and contributes to a healthy team environment
• Is willing to help coworkers when things get busy
• Communicates professionally with patients, doctors, and team members
• Takes initiative instead of waiting to be asked
• Is organized and pays attention to detail
• Handles a fast-paced environment without creating unnecessary drama or negativity
• Is open to feedback and interested in continuing to improve
• Treats patients with patience, kindness, and respect
• Understands that everyone on the team contributes to the patient experience

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Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO
• Bonuses

Compensation:

• $18-$22/hour