Dental Assistant

Simply Dental; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Dental benefits

401(k) retirement

Job summary

Worcester Dental Arts in Worcester, MA is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support high-quality patient care and a welcoming environment. You will assist the General Dentist, prep rooms, take digital X-rays, and help keep appointments running smoothly.

The practice offers a Monday–Friday 7:45 am–5 pm schedule with no weekends or late nights, competitive benefits, and a supportive clinical team. Prior dental assisting experience is preferred, and training is provided for the right

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience.
• Experience in general dentistry preferred; training available.
• Strong communication to help patients feel comfortable.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Detail-oriented with commitment to quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming experience for patients and keep them informed throughout their dental visit.
• Assist the General Dentist during various procedures, including restorative work, crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals, hygiene support.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently.
• Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health.
• Monitor patient flow and work with the clinical team to minimize wait times.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area.
• Collaborate with the dental team to support day-to-day operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Patient care mindset

Education

Current Dental Assistant licensure/certification as required by state regulations

Tools

Dental software

Digital imaging technology

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Worcester, MA 01605

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $25.00 - $29.00 Hourly

Job Category: Health Care

At Worcester Dental Arts, 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 with a fully staffed clinical team, a supportive doctor environment, and 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 – Friday 7:45 am – 5 pm

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their dental visit.
• Assist 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 treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule.
• Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health to support positive outcomes.
• Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed.
• Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area.
• Collaborate closely with the dental team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Full‑time Benefits

• Health insurance starting on your first day of employment
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Dental and orthodontic benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Consistent, set schedule (no weekends or late nights)

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience
• Experience in general dentistry strongly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with dental experience and a positive attitude
• Strong communication skills with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported during treatment
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitude
• Comfort using dental software and digital imaging technology
• Current Dental Assistant licensure/certification as required by state regulations
• Valid radiology/X-ray certification
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, infection control standards, and compliance updates
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and dental practice management software