Dental Assistant – Modern Office, Full-Time, CE Support

Dental Care Alliance; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Full time: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Modern office with advanced dental技术

Job summary

Greater Maryland Oral Surgery in Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with high-quality patient care in a team-based office. You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, assist dentists during procedures, and help educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

The role requires completion of a one-year accredited dental assistant program, at least one year of on-the-job experience, and X-ray certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• 1 year on-the-job experience.
• 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.

Skills

Dental assisting

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

Tools

X-Ray certification

Job description

Greater Maryland Oral Surgery in Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with high-quality patient care in a team-based office. You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, assist dentists during procedures, and help educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

The role requires completion of a one-year accredited dental assistant program, at least one year of on-the-job experience, and X-ray certification.