Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Radiography Pro

Mass General Physicians Organization; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Physicians Organization seeks a Dental Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support to the dental care team, delivering a patient-centered experience at 165 Cambridge Street. The role includes assisting with procedures, taking radiographs, maintaining records, and helping with scheduling and supplies.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, state dental assistant license, BLS, and 0–1 year dental assistant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equival ent required.
• Completion of a Dental Hygiene Program preferred.
• Familiarity with dental practice management systems and digital radiography.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Dental Assistant state license required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with dental hygienists and the dental care team to support patient care and clinical procedures.
• Accurately documents treatment information and maintains complete patient records.
• Performs dental radiographs and assists with the proper care and maintenance of dental X-ray equipment.
• Educates patients on dental hygiene, oral health care, and effective plaque control practices.
• Collects and documents medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs.
• Provides patients with clear postoperative care instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Assists with ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment and supply inventory.
• Assists with fabricating temporary restorations and creating custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
• Supports appointment scheduling, record management, and other administrative activities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate patient care

Detail oriented

Computer skills

Radiography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Hygiene Program completion

Dental Assistant State License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Practice management software

Job description

Mass General Physicians Organization seeks a Dental Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support to the dental care team, delivering a patient-centered experience at 165 Cambridge Street. The role includes assisting with procedures, taking radiographs, maintaining records, and helping with scheduling and supplies.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, state dental assistant license, BLS, and 0–1 year dental assistant experience preferred.