Dental Assistant

The Smilist; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smilist is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team in Wellesley, MA. This role involves assisting in patient care and ensuring a positive experience for all patients. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in providing efficient quality dental treatment.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment for patient comfort.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Active MA X-ray License

Proven experience as a Dental Assistant

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us:

At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year
• Must have an active MA x-ray license
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients

Position Details:

• Schedule:Full Time - Monday through Friday!
• Salary Range:$25.00-$30.00/hour
• Location:Wellesley, MA

The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.