Dental Assistant | Chairside, X-Ray & Patient Care

Virginia-Family-Dentistry; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) profit sharing

Dental and orthodontic care

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid uniforms

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness benefits

Continuing education

Job summary

Virginia Family Dentistry in Midlothian is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The role offers 8 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday, and a full-time, hourly position with competitive pay ranging from $17 to $25 per hour based on experience.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where you will take part in x-rays, sterilization, patient coordination, and multi-tasking to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• 1 year or more of dental experience or completion of a dental assisting program.
• X-ray certification.
• BLS certification.
• Time management.
• Confidentiality.
• Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to the dentists.
• Take x-rays.
• Stock, organize, and disinfect operatories.
• Ensure instrument sterilization and infection control protocol.
• Review the doctor’s schedule daily, prepare for patient appointments with needed supplies and lab work.
• Input treatment plans given by the doctor.
• Keep the schedule on time and communicate with the front desk.
• Escort patients to the front desk for checkout.
• Maintain a lab tracking system for lab work readiness.
• Order and unpack supplies.
• Collaborate with the doctor scheduler on schedules and the unscheduled list.
• Assist hygienists and administrative staff as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Dental assisting program

Tools

X-ray certification

BLS certification

Job description

Virginia Family Dentistry in Midlothian is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The role offers 8 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday, and a full-time, hourly position with competitive pay ranging from $17 to $25 per hour based on experience.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where you will take part in x-rays, sterilization, patient coordination, and multi-tasking to ensure smooth daily operations.