Dental Assistant

GD-SDM Partnership LLC; Manchester (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Health, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Mason Dental in Manchester, Vermont is hiring a Dental Assistant to join a patient‑centric, fully digital practice. You will support the dentist with setup, imaging, and instrument preparation, ensuring top quality patient care in a team‑oriented environment.

We offer full‑time hours, a competitive hourly pay, and benefits including 401k and paid vacation/holidays. CPR certification and state‑dependent licensing are required; DANB is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Current CPR certification required.
• DANB certification preferred depending on state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, friendly manner.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures.
• Take diagnostic digital imaging as prescribed by dentists.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and documentation.
• Set up and break down rooms according to infection control protocols.
• Communicate patient and equipment needs with the team.

Skills

OSHA/HIPAA compliance

Patient care

Dental equipment operation

Team collaboration

Education

CPR Certification

DANB Certification preferred

Job description

Location: Mason Dental Dental Assistant - Mason Dental Pay: $22.00–$30.00 per hour - Sign-on Bonus! Full-Time -Manchester, Vermont

Mason Dental proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well‑trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career. We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically- focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Overview

We are looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant ensures that quality patient care is a priority. Dental Assistants are an essential part of the team that help the dentist to set up equipment, educate and prepare patients for treatment, aid the dentist in the safe and efficient execution of procedures, and record and document procedures as directed by the Practice Leader.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures.
• Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists.
• Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations.
• Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents.
• Setup and breakdown rooms according to infection control protocols between patients.
• Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures.
• Work with and maintain all dental equipment.
• Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment.
• Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction in a professional manner.
• Present to work during scheduled shifts (see office manual for specifics).

Education and Experience

At least one year of dental assisting experience. Current CPR certification. Other State License/Certification Requirements based on the state you are employed. Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certification preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate
• 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

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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Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

Thank you for considering a career with us!

We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change.

We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career.

We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients.

We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference.

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