Dental Assistant - Patient-Focused, Tech-Forward Care

42 NORTH DENTAL; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with HSA

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Employee assistance program

401K

Continuing education

Job summary

42 North Dental in Somerville, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care and chairside assistance. You will expose radiographs, educate patients, and help maintain clean, sterile treatment rooms to deliver high-quality care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to infection control, and positive patient experiences, with benefits including health coverage and professional CE opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• C.D.A. preferred.
• Possess required certifications, licensure or registration as required by state.
• Embrace a positive team approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment.
• Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures.
• Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures.
• Provide post operative instructions and patient education.
• Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments.
• Maintain infection control to CDC, OSHA and HIPPA standards.
• Maintain dental supply inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support team as providers’ needs change.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Teamwork

Education

CDA preferred

State licensure or certification

Job description

42 North Dental in Somerville, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care and chairside assistance. You will expose radiographs, educate patients, and help maintain clean, sterile treatment rooms to deliver high-quality care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to infection control, and positive patient experiences, with benefits including health coverage and professional CE opportunities.