Dental Assistant – Periodontics Specialty Training (Paid)

Affinity Dental Management, Inc.; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Western Mass Periodontics & Implant Specialists is seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our specialty practice in Pittsfield, MA. No previous periodontal experience required; paid training will help you advance into specialty dentistry.

You will assist with implants, grafting, and advanced procedures while delivering excellent patient care. You’ll work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for long-term growth within Affinity Dental

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Periodontal, implant, OS, endodontic, or other surgical assisting experience is a plus.
• Willingness to obtain applicable credentials (e.g., radiography, CPR).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during periodontal and implant procedures.
• Prepare patients, operatories, instruments, and materials for treatment.
• Support providers to maintain efficient surgical flow.
• Take and process digital x-rays and assist with imaging.
• Follow sterilization, infection-control, OSHA, biohazard, and safety protocols.
• Communicate with patients to ensure comfort and understanding.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Sterilization

Infection control

CPR certification

Radiography

Patient care

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting education/certification

Radiography certification (preferred)

Job description

Western Mass Periodontics & Implant Specialists is seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our specialty practice in Pittsfield, MA. No previous periodontal experience required; paid training will help you advance into specialty dentistry.

You will assist with implants, grafting, and advanced procedures while delivering excellent patient care. You’ll work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for long-term growth within Affinity Dental