Dental Assistant - General

Cascadesdental; Burke (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascades Dental in Burke, VA, is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, ensure smooth clinic operations, and deliver outstanding patient experiences in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, patient-focused, and proficient in chairside assistance, X-ray imaging, infection control, records management, and EHR documentation.

Join a collaborative team that values compassion, safety, and ongoing professional growth in a welcoming,

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant with X-ray certification required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling.
• Understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols.
• Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post‑op care, and treatment options.
• Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
• Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols.
• Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support.

Skills

Dental Assistant Certification

X-ray Certification

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient care

Education

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Cascades Dental of Burke, 6045 Burke Centre Pkwy, Burke, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

At CascadesONE Dental, we have a fast-paced, state of the art technology, one stop office, quality care, energetic and hardworking, self-motivated, sociable, and able to build a strong rapport, confident to think outside the box, Willing to accept failures, and learn from them, as well as successes. Work like a team- be a family. Our passion is to provide our patients with world class comprehensive care in a timely, efficient, and comfortable environment by our highly trained team of dental professionals who love what they do.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and caring Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting our dentists and hygienists, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort
• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment
• X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols
• Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post‑op care, and treatment options
• Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems
• Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols
• Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments
• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant certification.
• X-ray certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling
• Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards
• A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort