Dental Assistant

WESTERN LOUDOUN DENTAL PLLC; Lovettsville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

PTO

Job summary

WESTERN LOUDOUN DENTAL PLLC in Lovettsville, VA is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to join our team. You will support the dentist during exams and procedures, manage patient intake, and handle scheduling and front desk tasks as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or higher, at least 1 year of dental assisting experience, X-ray and CPR certification, and familiarity with Open Dental. Spanish is a plus; the role begins part-time with transition to full-time.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• 1 year dental assisting experience required.
• X-ray and CPR certification required.
• Experience with Open Dental preferred.
• Spanish language helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients to make them feel special and comfortable.
• Assist patients with and review paperwork including medical and dental histories.
• Chairside assisting of general dentistry procedures and Invisalign including setup and turnover of treatment rooms.
• Explain dental procedures, informed consent, and postoperative instructions; present treatment plans with confidence.
• Take detailed notes and enter them into the patient record.
• Ensure smooth operation of the clinic by assisting doctors, hygienists and front desk staff as scheduled.
• Sterilize and distribute instruments; manage incoming and outgoing lab cases; follow OSHA and HIPAA standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient interaction

Spanish helpful

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• PTO

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has an associate's degree from a certified school and previous experience as a Dental Assistant. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients to make them feel special and comfortable
• Assist patient with and review all paperwork including medical and dental histories
• Chairside assisting of general dentistry procedures and Invisalign including set up for specific procedures and turnover treatment rooms
• Explain dental procedures, informed consent, and postoperative instructions as well as present treatment plans with confidence
• Take detailed notes and type them into patient record
• Ability to do child prophies, sealants, take impressions/intraoral scans, and complete crown try-ins for delivery independently. Experience with 3D Printer and fabrication, Invisalign attachment placement, and dental implant scans and deliveries strongly preferred.
• Ensure smooth operation of entire clinic - assisting doctors, hygienists and front desk team as scheduled and in any other capacity when needed
• Ensure instruments are appropriately sterilized and distributed throughout the dayManage incoming and outgoing lab cases
• Understand and follow all OSHA and HIPAA standards and regulations
• Contribute to the cheerful, upbeat atmosphere of our office

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum High school diploma
• 1 Year Dental Assisting experience required
• X-Ray and CPR certified
• Computer skills, including experience with Open Dental preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Spanish language would be helpful but not necessary

Job Type: Part time transitioning into Full-time role