Full-Time Dental Assistant — Competitive Pay & Benefits

Dental Care Alliance; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education & professional开发

Job summary

Baystate Dental in Northampton, Massachusetts, is hiring a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures. The role requires prior dental assisting experience and offers full-time hours Monday–Thursday 8–5 and Friday 8–4 with generous benefits.

You'll help educate patients on oral hygiene, take X-rays when needed, and maintain records while adhering to infection control and safety standards in a modern office

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• X-Ray certification is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior dental assisting experience is required to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake.
• Assist dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies by supporting CPR certification and emergency supplies.

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baystate Dental in Northampton, Massachusetts, is hiring a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures. The role requires prior dental assisting experience and offers full-time hours Monday–Thursday 8–5 and Friday 8–4 with generous benefits.

You'll help educate patients on oral hygiene, take X-rays when needed, and maintain records while adhering to infection control and safety standards in a modern office