Dental Assistant

West Brookfield Dental; West Brookfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Dental and orthodontic benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer贡献

Job summary

West Brookfield Dental is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support high-quality patient care in a well-established practice. You’ll assist the dentist across procedures, prepare rooms and materials, take diagnostic records, and help educate patients on oral health.

The role emphasizes a consistent schedule with no weekends or late nights, fostering work-life balance. You’ll join a staffed clinical and administrative team, contribute to efficient patient flow, and maintain infection

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
• Experience in general dentistry preferred or willingness to train.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients during the visit.
• Assist the General Dentist during procedures including restorations, crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals, and hygiene support.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to keep appointments efficient.
• Take diagnostic records (digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, impressions) as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and updated patient records.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Education

Current Dental Assistant licensure/certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Radiology/X-ray certification

Tools

Dental software

Digital imaging

Job description

At West Brookfield Dental, we know a great Dental Assistant is essential to delivering an exceptional patient experience — and we believe great teams deserve a great work environment. Join a well-established practice and fully staffed clinical and administrative teams. You’ll have a consistent schedule with no weekends or late nights, so you can enjoy better work-life balance while doing what you love.In this role, you’ll play an essential part in supporting high-quality patient care, helping appointments run smoothly, and creating a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy working closely with patients, we’d love to meet you.Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45 am - 5 pm and every other Friday 8:45 am - 5 pmResponsibilitiesCreate a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their dental visitAssist the General Dentist during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative treatment, crown and bridge work, fillings, extractions, root canals, hygiene support, and other general dental treatmentsPrepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on scheduleTake diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as neededEducate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health to support positive outcomesMonitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait timesMaintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as neededFollow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environmentMaintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment areaCollaborate closely with the dental team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operationsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by managementThis is an opportunity to join a well-established, team-oriented dental practice where your role is essential to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a positive office culture.Full-time BenefitsWe recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Health insurance starting on your first day of employmentVision insurancePaid vacation timePaid holidaysPaid sick timeDental and orthodontic benefits401(k) retirement plan with employer contributionConsistent, set schedule (no weekends or late nights!)#simplydenPrevious dental assisting experienceExperience in general dentistry strongly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with dental experience and a positive attitudeStrong communication skills with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported during treatmentAbility to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environmentHigh attention to detail and commitment to quality patient careTeam-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitudeComfort using dental software and digital imaging technologyCurrent Dental Assistant licensure/certification as required by state regulationsValid radiology/X-ray certificationCurrent CPR and First Aid certificationKnowledge of OSHA regulations, infection control standards, and compliance updatesComputer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and dental practice management software