Full-Time Dental Assistant: Patient-Centered Care Team

Chestnut Dental; Unionville (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Dental Associates in Franklin, MA is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring a safe, efficient, and comfortable experience for patients. Reports To: Clinical Supervisor.

You will work one Saturday per month from 7:45 to 1:45. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms and instruments, assisting during procedures, taking radiographs, patient education, and maintaining infection control and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• DANB certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• X-Ray certification is required.
• Knowledge of dental assisting procedures and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment for patient care.
• Review patient charts, histories, and treatment plans before appointments.
• Assist dentists during procedures and maintain efficient clinical flow.
• Take and process dental radiographs and perform coronal polishing as permitted.
• Provide patient education and review post-operative instructions.
• Maintain sterilization, infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA compliance.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate scheduling needs to front office staff.
• Manage supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in training, meetings, and continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

DANB Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification

X-Ray Certification

Infection control knowledge

Job description

Chestnut Dental Associates in Franklin, MA is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring a safe, efficient, and comfortable experience for patients. Reports To: Clinical Supervisor.

You will work one Saturday per month from 7:45 to 1:45. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms and instruments, assisting during procedures, taking radiographs, patient education, and maintaining infection control and HIPAA compliance.