Dental Assistant - Compassionate Patient Care & X-ray Pro

Cohen-; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching contributions

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, dental, and vision plan

Life Insurance and Disability

Job summary

Cohen & Cohen Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant who delivers exceptional care to every patient. The ideal candidate shows empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to help others during a range of dental procedures.

The role involves preparing rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentists with instruments, taking X‑rays, and maintaining patient records. A professional demeanor and strong communication with patients and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred.
• Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with coworkers and patients.
• Driven personality to strive to provide the best care for patients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring equipment is ready for dentists.
• Knowledge of anatomy of the mouth and dental terms.
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants.
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients.
• Perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments.
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Communication skills

Empathy and professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Cohen & Cohen Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant who delivers exceptional care to every patient. The ideal candidate shows empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to help others during a range of dental procedures.

The role involves preparing rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentists with instruments, taking X‑rays, and maintaining patient records. A professional demeanor and strong communication with patients and staff are essential.