Dental Assistant - Growth, Benefits & Team Impact

The-Smilist-Denta; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Continuing education

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Arlington, VA is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You’ll prepare trays, assist doctors, keep the operatory clean, and support patients throughout treatment.

We offer competitive pay of $22–$25/hour, full-time schedules including one Saturday per month, and a benefits package with health, dental, and vision insurance, plus opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assistance

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Arlington, VA is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You’ll prepare trays, assist doctors, keep the operatory clean, and support patients throughout treatment.

We offer competitive pay of $22–$25/hour, full-time schedules including one Saturday per month, and a benefits package with health, dental, and vision insurance, plus opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.