Dental Assistant — Training Available, Team-Driven Practice

Aligned Dental; Belfast (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive wages

Job summary

Aligned Dental in Belfast, ME is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant who is energetic and a strong team player to support patient care and dental procedures.

The role includes preparing treatment rooms, assisting with patient seating, sterilization, charting, and contributing to a positive team environment. Training is available for the right candidate; hours are Monday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• Willing to be trained for patient care.
• Available to work practice hours Monday through Thursday.
• DA credential or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials.
• Welcomes, seats, and drapes patients for procedures.
• Pours, trims, and polishes study casts and fabrics temporary restorations.
• Educates patients and answers questions.
• Cleans and polishes removable appliances.
• Assists doctor with setup, suction, and instrument passing.
• Documents dental care in patient records.
• Adept at intra oral photography.
• Ensures OSHA sterilization standards.
• Contributes to a positive team atmosphere.

Skills

Team player

Patient care oriented

Willing to be trained

Education

Dental Assistant credential (DA)

Tools

Intra Oral photography

Job description

Aligned Dental in Belfast, ME is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant who is energetic and a strong team player to support patient care and dental procedures.

The role includes preparing treatment rooms, assisting with patient seating, sterilization, charting, and contributing to a positive team environment. Training is available for the right candidate; hours are Monday through Thursday.