Dental Assistant

Endo1-Partner; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical & Dental insurance

VSP Vision Coverage

401(k) plan w/match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kennett Endodontics in Kennett Square, PA is looking for an energetic Dental Assistant to join our growing specialty team. You will assist chairside, prepare rooms, and help maintain a smooth patient flow in a fast-paced endodontic practice.

Requirements include 1–2 years of dental experience, PA X-ray certification (as required by state law), knowledge of sterilization, and strong communication skills. High school diploma and dental assistant certificate may be required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of dental experience and PA state X-ray certification is required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization, and safety protocols.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients and ensuring comfort throughout treatment.
• Preparing rooms, instruments, and supplies for procedures.
• Assisting the doctor with 4-handed dentistry.
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection control.
• Providing post-operative care instructions and patient education.
• Maintaining accurate patient records.
• Scheduling, post-op visits, and payment procedures.
• Supporting general office needs.

Skills

Dental experience

Communication

Multitasking

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

Dental assistant certificate

PA X-ray certification

Job description

Our office, Kennett Endodontics, is looking for an energetic and skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing specialty team!

We’re passionate about transforming patients’ lives by providing exceptional endodontic care and an experience that goes above and beyond expectations. If you take pride in helping others, feel comfortable, confident, and cared for—this could be the perfect next step in your dental career.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our clinical team, you’ll play an essential role in creating a smooth, stress-free experience for every patient who walks through our doors. You’ll support the doctor chairside, handle clinical and administrative tasks, and help keep the practice running efficiently.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Welcoming patients and ensuring their comfort throughout treatment
• Preparing rooms, instruments, and supplies for procedures
• Assisting the doctor with 4-handed dentistry
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining proper infection control
• Providing post-operative care instructions and patient education
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Helping with scheduling, post-op visits, and payment procedures
• Supporting general office needs and jumping in where help is needed most

Who You Are
You’re a dedicated, adaptable Dental Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and genuinely enjoys being part of a patient-centered team. You love combining your technical skills with your compassion to create a positive impact every day.

You bring:

• 1-2 years of dental experience and PA state X-ray certification is required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization, and safety protocols
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset
• A high school diploma and a dental assistant certificate (if required by state law)
• An active radiology license (if required by state law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Kennett Endodontics, you’ll join a collaborative and supportive team that values growth, learning, and teamwork. We’re part of a larger network of dental professionals committed to clinical excellence and exceptional patient care—so you’ll always have opportunities to learn, develop, and make a difference.

Here, you’ll be part of something bigger: a workplace that values your expertise, encourages your professional growth, and celebrates your success.

If you’re ready to grow your career while making patients smile, we’d love to meet you!

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.

Position Base Pay Range

$18.50 - $22 USD

Specialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only. For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer. Specialty1 Partners generates job postings and offer letters to assist with human resources and payroll support provided to the applicable practice. Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients. Non-clinical employees include the office manager, front desk staff, marketing staff, and any other staff providing administrative duties.

Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal-opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. Specialty1 Partners'