Dental Assistant - Endodontist

Chesapeake-Dental-Specialists; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Chesapeake Dental Specialists is seeking an Endodontist Assistant to support dentists in clinical and administrative tasks. You will prepare patients, sterilize instruments, mount X-rays, and assist during endodontic procedures while maintaining HIPAA standards and infection control.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of endodontic experience, holds a dental assistant and X-ray certification, and demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills to provide exceptional patient care

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Endo experience.
• Dental assistant certification where required.
• X-ray/Radiography certification.
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
• Good understanding of chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols.
• Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide excellent patient care.
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with all dental procedures including taking directions from doctor and preparing for procedures.
• Take, develop and mount high-quality X-rays and perform various lab duties.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and follow OSHA safety guidelines.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist during procedures to keep them comfortable.
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling, charting, and filing.
• Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records.
• Sterilize instruments and ensure infection control procedures are followed.
• Provide patients with oral health care information as directed by the doctor.
• Ensure instruments and equipment are maintained and ready for use.
• Deliver excellent patient care at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient care

Time management

Professionalism

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray/Radiography certification

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA/HIPAA/BLS training

Nitrous oxide certification (preferred)

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Chesapeake Dental Specialists, 560 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM

At Chesapeake Dental Specialists, our doctorsand team membersare dedicated to providing specialized dental care for patients requiring oral surgery and endodontic treatment. Each team member takes pride in creating a warm and welcoming environment for our patients. The doctors and the staff at Chesapeake Dental Specialists are proud of the work they do and are committed to offering patients, the most comfortable and relaxing dental experience.

Position Summary:

The Endodontist Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical and administrative duties, including; prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist during dental procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, anticipate doctor’s needs, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays, various laboratory duties including provisional
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines. Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctor in patient treatment to keep patients as comfortable as possible throughout their visit
• Perform administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing
• Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records
• Prepare, organize, and sterilize instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols
• Provide patients with information on oral health care and instructions, as directed by the doctor
• Ensure instruments and equipment are effectively maintained
• Provide excellent patient care at all times

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of Endo experience
• Dental assistant certification where required
• X-ray/Radiography certification
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
• Experience with relevant dental software
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Good understanding of chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols
• Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation
• Great organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide excellent patient care
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude

Chesapeake Dental Specialists, 560 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America