Dental Assistant for Implants & Dentures — Career Growth

Affordable Care, LLC; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Virginia specializes in dentures, implants, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics. The Dental Assistant will provide chairside support, prep operatories, and assist dentists through diverse procedures while upholding patient care standards.

The role emphasizes patient education, precise record-keeping, and collaboration with a team in a fast-paced clinical setting, with opportunities for growth and hands-on skill development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Dental Assistant and X-ray certification may be required by state.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-focused, compassionate approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chairside support and ensure a welcoming patient experience.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, and materials for each appointment.
• Assist dentists during denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.
• Take alginate denture impressions, select trays, and prepare wax bites.
• Assist with denture insertions, relines, repairs, and expanded duties per state law.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, denture options, implants, home care, and finances.

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Fast-paced Work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant and X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Electronic Records

Job description

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Virginia specializes in dentures, implants, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics. The Dental Assistant will provide chairside support, prep operatories, and assist dentists through diverse procedures while upholding patient care standards.

The role emphasizes patient education, precise record-keeping, and collaboration with a team in a fast-paced clinical setting, with opportunities for growth and hands-on skill development.