Licensed Dental Assistant

Vidya Reddy DMD PC; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Vidya Reddy DMD PC in Concord, MA seeks an experienced and licensed Dental Assistant to join our friendly family practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, organized, and dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities include welcoming patients, preparing them for exams, assisting with four-handed dentistry, sterilization, infection control, and maintaining records. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Assistant with current license.
• Current Radiology, CPR, and OSHA certifications.
• Previous dental assisting experience.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization procedures.
• Infection control and workplace safety knowledge.
• Strong computer and patient-recordkeeping skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Experience with Dentrix is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable.
• Prepare patients for examinations and dental procedures.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection-control standards.
• Perform approved clinical duties within the scope of licensure.
• Complete laboratory tasks as directed.
• Provide oral-hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Clean, disinfect, stock, and organize treatment rooms.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and payment procedures.
• Support the dental team and contribute to a positive office environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-recordkeeping

Detail-oriented

Dependable

Organized

Computer skills

Education

Current Dental Assistant license

Current Radiology, CPR, and OSHA certifications

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

A friendly, established family dental practice is seeking an experienced and licensed Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, organized, and committed to providing exceptional patient care. Applicants must have excellent communication and customer service skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented dental office.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant license
• Current Radiology, CPR, and OSHA certifications
• Previous dental assisting experience
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization procedures
• Understanding of infection control and workplace safety regulations
• Strong computer and patient-recordkeeping skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
• Experience with Dentrix practice-management software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable
• Prepare patients for examinations and dental procedures
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials
• Assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection-control standards
• Perform approved clinical duties within the scope of licensure
• Complete laboratory tasks as directed
• Provide oral-hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Clean, disinfect, stock, and organize treatment rooms
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Assist with scheduling appointments and payment procedures
• Support the dental team and contribute to a positive office environment