Dental Assistant – Patient-Centered, Fast-Paced Practice (FT)

Plum-Dental-Group; Narragansett Pier (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Continuing education

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Narragansett Family Dental is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support the dentist and clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-focused care. You will assist during dental procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and ensure a smooth, comfortable patient experience throughout visits.

The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, compliant clinical environment, effective patient flow, and collaboration with a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and procedures.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy standards.
• Basic computer proficiency; experience with Carestack or similar dental software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures.
• Provide chairside support and anticipate dentist needs.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms.
• Ensure proper sterilization, maintenance, and organization of instruments.
• Record patient information, including medical histories and radiographs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation within Carestack.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Knowledge of dental terminology

Intraoral cameras

Carestack software

CPR/First Aid

HIPAA knowledge

Tools

Carestack

Job description

Narragansett Family Dental is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support the dentist and clinical team in delivering high-quality, patient-focused care. You will assist during dental procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and ensure a smooth, comfortable patient experience throughout visits.

The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, compliant clinical environment, effective patient flow, and collaboration with a fast-paced practice.