Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with match

Health, dental, and vision plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Mason Dental in Manchester, Vermont is seeking a knowledgeable Dental Assistant to join a patient-centric, fully digital practice. You will support the dentist with preparation, imaging, and infection-control duties in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

The role requires at least one year of dental assisting experience and current CPR certification, with DANB certification preferred. We offer competitive pay, sign-on bonus, paid vacation and holidays, a 401(k) with match, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• At least one year of dental assisting experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• DANB certification preferred.
• State license/certifications as required by state

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment promptly and professionally.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups.
• Take diagnostic digital radiographs as prescribed by the dentists.
• Follow state-specific scope of practice for dental assistants and stay within legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Set up and break down rooms following infection control protocols.
• Communicate patient and equipment needs with team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Practice Leader or Dentist.

Skills

OSHA compliance

HIPAA privacy

Patient care

Education

CPR certification

DANB certification preferred

State license/certification as required by state

Job description

**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. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey! **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**If you are ready to grow your career with a motivated, highly trained dental team, apply today and become part of our exciting journey!** **FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe 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.