Dental Assistant — Full-Time, Modern Clinic & CE Support

Dental Care Alliance; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

8–5 schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

CE opportunities

Modern office technology

Job summary

Pediatric Dental Care in Springfield, VA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our clinical team and provide high-quality patient care in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, taking X-rays, assisting dentists, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have a completed one-year DA program and an active X-Ray certification, plus a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• X-Ray certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

X-Ray certification

Job description

Pediatric Dental Care in Springfield, VA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our clinical team and provide high-quality patient care in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, taking X-rays, assisting dentists, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have a completed one-year DA program and an active X-Ray certification, plus a high school diploma or equivalent.