Experienced Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 27,207 - 38,228; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Paid time to volunteer

Job summary

PDS Health in Springfield, Virginia is looking for a passionate Dental Assistant ready to provide excellent care and support to our patients. You will play a key role in ensuring a clean and welcoming environment while assisting dentists in delivering the best treatment possible.

The position offers competitive pay, opportunities for continuing education, and a robust benefits package including 401K and paid volunteer time. Join our team and contribute to creating healthier community members!

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting dentists and maintaining patient comfort.
• Knowledge of sterilizing and disinfecting procedures.
• Ability to complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with patient treatment.
• Maintain a clean and comfortable environment.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments.

Skills

Patient care

Sterilization techniques

Communication skills

Education

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

Now is the time to join Springfield Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

You’ve invested the time to become an extraordinary Dental Assistant, now let us support you in taking your career further as an oral health care provider in one of the best practice models in modern dentistry!

You’ll experience both personal and professional growth as an oral health care provider, joining a team dedicated to clinical excellence and creating patients for life.

You’ll have access to modern dental technology, support to assist you in developing clinical efficiency, and will be working alongside a team that genuinely cares about the patients within the local community.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Continuing Education (CE Units)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community

The Opportunity

As both a patient and clinician advocate, you are a fundamental part of the Perfect Patient Experience. As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
• Maintaining a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where patients feel comfortable; at the direction of the dentist, completing x‑rays and intra‑oral pictures of patients as appropriate.
• Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines while maintaining strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)

Compensation Information

$19.75–$27.75 / Hourly

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.