Full-Time Dental Assistant

Malla Dental Group; Marion (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Malla Dental Group is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Dental Assistant for our Marion, MA practice. This role involves working closely with doctors, hygienists, and the front desk to ensure patient comfort, smooth appointment flow, and support across a range of procedures using modern dental tech.

You’ll gain experience with CEREC, digital scanning, CBCT imaging and multi-specialty dentistry while contributing to a welcoming, professional patient experience.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts credential and/or licensure required or preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Five years of dental assisting experience preferred; strong skills considered for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance for general dentistry and specialty procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments.
• Help maintain patient flow and smooth transitions between procedures.
• Take dental radiographs and maintain clinical documentation.
• Follow sterilization and infection-control protocols.
• Monitor supplies and assist with inventory.
• Ensure patients feel informed, comfortable and well-cared-for during visits.
• Communicate with clinical and front desk teams to support coordinated care.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tech-savvy

Education

Massachusetts dental assisting credentials

Tools

CEREC

Digital scanning

CBCT imaging

3D printing

Dental software

Job description

Pay: $28-32 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: 32-40 hours per week

Location: In person at 140 Wareham Rd, Marion, MA 02738

About the Role

Malla Dental Group is a growing, modern dental practice seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant who takes pride in excellent patient care and enjoys working collaboratively.

You'll work closely with our doctors, hygienists, and front desk team to help patients feel comfortable, keep appointments running smoothly, and support a range of dental procedures. This role offers opportunities to build your skills and work with modern dental technology.

What You'll Do

• Provide chairside assistance for general dentistry and specialty procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments.
• Help maintain efficient patient flow and smooth transitions between procedures.
• Take dental radiographs and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Follow sterilization and infection-control protocols.
• Monitor clinical supplies and assist with inventory and organization.
• Help patients feel informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their visits.
• Communicate clearly with the clinical and front desk teams to support coordinated care.

Our practice offers opportunities to work with and learn:

• CEREC and same-day crowns
• Digital scanning
• Oral surgery and implant dentistry
• CBCT imaging
• 3D printing
• Multi-specialty dentistry

What We're Looking For

• Dental assisting experience is strongly preferred.
• Approximately five years of experience is preferred; newer graduates with strong skills may also be considered.
• Appropriate Massachusetts dental assisting credentials and certifications.
• Clear communication, strong organization, and attention to detail.
• A dependable, positive approach and the ability to work well with others.
• Comfort learning new technology, dental software, and clinical workflows.
• A commitment to providing a welcoming, professional patient experience.
• Paid time off