Dental Assistant: Patient Care, Education & Clinic Support

SOME (So Others Might Eat); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,666 - 37,718; Full time

Job summary

Thea Bowman House in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Dental Assistant to assist dentists with procedures and provide dental care and education to patients. The role requires HS/GED, Dental Assistant certification, and 1-2 years of experience in a dental clinic.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, with an hourly range of $25.89 to $27.38 based on experience. The typical schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in a dental clinic required.
• Must have a Dental Assistant certification.
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with all procedures.
• Maintain dental equipment and instruments.
• Provide dental education to patients.
• Assist with administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of dental care and terminology

Patient care skills

Customer service skills with patients

Organized with attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to multitask despite competing priorities

Education

HS/GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Dental Assistant certification from D.C. Department of Health

Associate's Degree

Tools

EHR dental-specific software programs

Job description

Thea Bowman House in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Dental Assistant to assist dentists with procedures and provide dental care and education to patients. The role requires HS/GED, Dental Assistant certification, and 1-2 years of experience in a dental clinic.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, with an hourly range of $25.89 to $27.38 based on experience. The typical schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.