Dental Assistant

Forsyth; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive clinical environment

Job summary

A dental clinic in Somerville is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant to enhance patient care within a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should be certified with at least two years of experience, possess strong communication skills, and be committed to excellent patient care. Responsibilities include chairside assistance during procedures, maintaining clinical areas, and managing patient records. Competitive compensation and a supportive team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Certificate (2-year program preferred).
• Radiology certification required.
• At least 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to excellent patient care.
• Pediatric dentistry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during general dental procedures.
• Prepare and break down treatment rooms in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Take and process dental radiographs.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Perform autoclave maintenance and ensure proper disposal of clinical waste.
• Maintain clinical areas, including treatment and x-ray rooms.
• Update patient records and assist with inventory management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented mindset

Patient care

Team work

Pediatric dentistry experience

Ability to work with patients of all-

Education

Dental Assistant Certificate (minimum 1-year program)

Tools

Dental radiographs

Job description

Description

The ADA Forsyth Institute was founded in 1910 to provide dental care to the disadvantaged children of Boston and today leads in oral health research. In October 2023, the Institute joined with the American Dental Association to form the ADA Forsyth Institute, a 501(c)(3) entity dedicated to improving people’s oral and overall health and powering the profession of dentistry through basic research, translational science, clinical technologies, and global public health outreach. Consistent with the Institute’s founding mission, the ADA ForsythKids mobile dental program continues to serve children in need.

ADA Forsyth Faculty Associates Dental Clinic is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing clinical team. If you are passionate about patient care and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

What You\'ll Do

• Provide chairside assistance during general dental procedures
• Prepare and break down treatment rooms in accordance with OSHA and infection control standards
• Take and process dental radiographs (must be certified)
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Perform autoclave maintenance and ensure proper disposal of clinical waste
• Maintain clinical areas, including treatment and x-ray rooms
• Update patient records and assist with inventory management

What We\'re Looking For

• Dental Assistant Certificate (minimum 1-year program; 2-year program preferred)
• Radiology certification required
• At least 2 years of dental assisting experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to excellent patient care
• Experience in pediatric dentistry is preferred but not required

Why Join Us?

ADA Forsyth Faculty Associates Dental Clinic offers a professional and supportive clinical environment where teamwork and patient-centered care are top priorities. We value initiative, collaboration, and a commitment to quality.

Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, commensurate with experience.

ADA Forsyth Institute is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.