Dental Assistant: Growth & Tech-Driven Patient Care

CUMMINS DENTAL GROUP; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Cummins Dental Group in downtown Silver Spring is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to join our private practice. You will support a strong team and contribute to excellent patient care while developing clinical skills.

We offer comprehensive dentistry, including implants and Invisalign, with opportunities for growth. Open Dental experience is a plus; strong organization and communication are valued.

Qualifications

• Maryland Dental Radiation Technologist certification is required.
• Experience with digital radiography and dental practice technology.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photographs.
• Perform iTero scanning.
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and OSHA standards.
• Anticipate the doctor's needs to support efficient patient care.
• Educate patients and reinforce post-operative/home-care instructions.
• Maintain clinical documentation.
• Monitor supplies and assist with inventory.

Skills

Dental assistant

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Maryland Dental Radiation Technologist certification

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Cummins Dental Group in downtown Silver Spring is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to join our private practice. You will support a strong team and contribute to excellent patient care while developing clinical skills.

We offer comprehensive dentistry, including implants and Invisalign, with opportunities for growth. Open Dental experience is a plus; strong organization and communication are valued.