Dental Assistant

42 NORTH DENTAL; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team in Somerville. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide vital clinical support, ensuring a seamless patient experience while working closely with dentists. You will be responsible for preparing patients, assisting during various dental procedures, and maintaining a safe and sterile environment. With a focus on teamwork and patient care, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the dental field. Enjoy a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage, continuing education, and more. Apply today to be part of a team that values your expertise!

Benefits

Health Insurance with HSA

Gym/Health Club Reimbursement

Dental Benefits

Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

401K with Financial Assistance

Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology is essential.
• Possess required certifications and licensure as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment and assist during procedures.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and sterilization protocols.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Knowledge of Dental Procedures

Patient Care

Education

C.D.A. Certification

Job description

Overview

This is a Full-Time Dental Assistant role.

Why You’ll Love this Dental Assistant Job!

Do you have strong verbal skills? Are you able to embrace a positive team approach to patient care? If so, then you’d be a great fit for our Dental Assistant position at Somerville Great Hill Dental.

The Dental Assistant provides clinical support to facilitate the relationship between our patients and dentists, increase the efficiency of delivering quality dental care, and maintain communication between dentists, patients, and administrative staff to ensure a positive patient experience.

Benefits

• Health Insurance with optional HSA (healthcare savings account), gym/health club reimbursement, discounted health and fitness merchandise, and more
• Dental benefits (including free cleanings)
• Vision coverage
• Employee assistance program with unlimited access to free mental health support, legal advice, financial counseling, and more
• 401K with dedicated financial assistance
• Continuing education through work at no cost to you.

When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise.

If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives, apply for the Dental Assistant position today!

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures
• Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures
• Provide post-operative instructions and patient education
• Prepare, breakdown, disinfect, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments
• Maintain strict compliance with infection control, CDC, OSHA, and HIPAA
• Maintain dental supply inventory
• Perform other related job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• C.D.A. preferred
• Possess required certifications, licensure, or registration as required by state