Dental Assistant

Marblehead Smile Design and Family Dental; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training and mentorship

Growth opportunities

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Marblehead Smile Design and Family Dental in Marblehead, MA invites a Dental Assistant to join a patient-first team. We offer on-the-job training and a supportive environment for growth.

Flexible scheduling and mentorship are available, with a path toward hygiene development and leadership opportunities. The role involves assisting chairside, preparing rooms, and handling X-rays with training provided if not certified yet.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification or license preferred, but training is provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist chairside during a variety of procedures.
• Prep and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms.
• Take and process X-rays (training provided).
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit.
• Support smooth day-to-day flow with clinical and front desk teams.

Skills

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Team player

Strong communication

Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant — Marblehead, MA (Will Train)

Company: Marblehead Smile Design and Family Dental

Location: Marblehead, MA

Job Type: Flexible schedule (part-time or full-time available)

Pay: Competitive, based on experience

About Us: Marblehead Smile Design and Family Dental is a growing practice built on a patient-first philosophy and a close-knit team culture. We're looking for a dental assistant ready to grow with us — experienced or just starting out. On-the-job training provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Assist chairside during a variety of procedures
• Prep and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms
• Take and process X-rays (training provided if not yet certified)
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit
• Support smooth day-to-day flow alongside our clinical and front desk team

Qualifications:

• Dental assistant certification/license preferred, but not required — we'll train the right person
• X-ray certification a plus (or willingness to obtain one)
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Strong communication skills and genuine care for patients

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, above local market rate
• Flexible scheduling (Tuesday-Thursday)
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Growth opportunities, including hygiene development and leadership paths
• PTO, paid holidays, continuing education support