Dental Assistant

Select Dental Management LLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dental practice as a Dental Assistant in Silver Spring, MD. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care, assisting dentists with procedures, and maintaining a clean and efficient office environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and a commitment to patient satisfaction. Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere and various benefits including medical, vision, and 401(k) eligibility.

Benefits

PTO

Medical

Vision

Dental allowance

Uniform allowance

401(k) eligibility

Qualifications

• At least one year of dental assisting experience.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must adhere to OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for procedures.
• Maintain meticulous records on patient charts.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Maryland Certificate Dental Radiation Technologist

Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) RHS Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

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Select Dental Management LLC provided pay range

This range is provided by Select Dental Management LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Dr. Hank Gakavian 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. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey!

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.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45am-5:15pm, Friday 7:30am-2:15pm

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.
• Maryland Certificate Dental Radiation Technologist.
• Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) RHS Certification required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Prolonged periods of periods of standing and bending.

Must be able to lift <15 pounds at times.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees*

• PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental allowance
• Uniform allowance, as needed
• 401(k) Eligibility
• And many more!
  
  

*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*

Our Mission & Values: To make the teams, patients, and practices we support healthier and happier.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Dentists

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