Dental Assistant — 4-Day Week, Patient Care

Fenway Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Retirement plan with employer match

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Fenway Health in Boston, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists, residents, and hygienists in direct patient care. The role includes chair-side assistance, instrument sterilization, operatory prep, inventory control, and light administrative duties under supervision.

This full-time position offers a four-day workweek (31–37.5 hours per week), union protections, competitive benefits, and opportunities to advance in a collaborative, patient-centered practice within Fenway Health.

Qualifications

• Must have MA Dental Assisting license and CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and multi-task effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, residents, and hygienists in patient care and operatory setup.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment and inventory.
• Perform front desk tasks and administrative duties as needed.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Multitasking

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Massachusetts Dental Assisting License

CPR (BLS) certification

Radiology certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Fenway Health in Boston, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists, residents, and hygienists in direct patient care. The role includes chair-side assistance, instrument sterilization, operatory prep, inventory control, and light administrative duties under supervision.

This full-time position offers a four-day workweek (31–37.5 hours per week), union protections, competitive benefits, and opportunities to advance in a collaborative, patient-centered practice within Fenway Health.