Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Team Support

Lone Peak Dental Group; Luray (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Peak Dental Group in Virginia seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and maintain a clean, organized practice.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, taking and developing X-rays, educating patients, maintaining records, and scheduling appointments. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a dental assistant program or relevant experience.
• X-ray certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Competitive salary.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a dental assistant program or relevant experience

X-ray certification preferred

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Lone Peak Dental Group in Virginia seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists during procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and maintain a clean, organized practice.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, taking and developing X-rays, educating patients, maintaining records, and scheduling appointments. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.