Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro, X-Rays & Patient Care

Emerald West; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Emerald West Dental Boise is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists with chairside assistance, radiography, patient education, and administrative tasks in a busy Boise office.

You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, take X-rays, maintain records, and help manage scheduling and patient comfort. Radiography and CPR certification are preferred; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Proficiency with dental software and office systems.
• Certification in radiography and CPR (as required by state regulations).
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Assist the dentist during procedures such as fillings, extractions, and cleanings.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Record patient medical histories and treatment information.
• Provide patients with pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Manage patient appointments, billing, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols.
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies and materials.
• Support patient comfort during visits.

Skills

Dental terminology

Procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Dental software

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited dental assisting program

Experience in dental office

Tools

Dental software

Office management software

Job description

Emerald West Dental Boise is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists with chairside assistance, radiography, patient education, and administrative tasks in a busy Boise office.

You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, take X-rays, maintain records, and help manage scheduling and patient comfort. Radiography and CPR certification are preferred; high school diploma required.