Dental Assistant Per Diem

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,466 - 41,396; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Boston is seeking a Dental Assistant to assist in patient treatment and manage dental procedures. This part-time role requires a high school diploma and either certification in radiographs or completion of a dental assistant program. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and manual dexterity, as well as a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Dental Assistant License. Compensation ranges from $21.39 to $30.05, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in radiographs or graduate of a certified dental program.
• Must have a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient treatment with the Dentist and support patient flow.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and perform dental x-rays.
• Care competently for patients of all ages.

Skills

Knowledge of oral hygiene and dental assistant functions

Excellent manual dexterity

Excellent interpersonal skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of a certified dental assistant program or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position Summary – Assists in patient treatment with Dentist and supports the Dental Department with patient flow, sterilization and asepsis of equipment, dental outside lab procedures; maintains appropriate inventory levels and performs dental x-rays. Cares competently for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients (ages 3–100+). Must be certified to take radiographs or be a graduate of an approved dental assistant program.

Position details

Position: Dental Assistant

Department: Dental Clinic - MP

Schedule: Part Time

Education & Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required. Graduate of a certified dental assistant program (or equivalent, such as 1 year experience in a dental office doing chair side or completion of Armed Forces training) is also required.

Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

• Must be certified in radiographs or graduate of a certified dental program in order to perform x-rays.
• Must have a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of oral hygiene and dental assistant functions.
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to perform detailed and accurate work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate concern and caring attitude towards patients, family members and staff.
• Basic computer proficiency including the ability to enter and access data/information.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $21.39–$30.05

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and factors such as education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market competitiveness are considered. Boston Medical Center Health System (BMCHS) offers generous total compensation including benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

Note: This range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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