Periodontic Dental Assistant - 1 day/week (Tuesdays)

Advanced Dental Management; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

One day per week schedule

Job summary

Wellesley Dental Arts is seeking a Periodontic Dental Assistant to support our Periodontist in delivering exceptional care. The role emphasizes chairside assistance, patient communication, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

We are a well-established practice with a fun, upbeat team; the schedule is 1 day per week on Tuesdays, with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Periodontic dental assisting experience.
• CRP Radiography/X-ray certification per state guidelines.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Positive, collaborative and patient-focused disposition.
• Compliance with state dental practice requirements (X-ray, OSHA, CE training).
• HIPAA and HITECH Act compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best patient experience.
• Chairside support for the Periodontist during treatment.
• Assist with documentation and record upkeep.
• Listen, empathize, and address patient concerns.
• Communicate treatment plans and how to maintain oral health.
• Oversee operatory setup/cleanup and sterilization.
• Take radiographs/x-rays.
• Support front desk and office manager with admin needs.

Skills

Periodontic dental assisting

X-ray certification

Dental terminology

Team player

OSHA compliance

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Periodontic Dental Assistant

Our amazing practices here at Wellesley Dental Arts is seeking a Perio Dental Assistant to support our Periodontist in delivering exceptional care. We are a well established practices and a fun, upbeat team! Our staff is supportive and encouraging.

Schedule: 1 Day/Week - Tuesdays

Responsibilities:

• Strive to provide the best patient experience
• Support and Assist Periodontist chairside with clinical treatment of patients.
• Assist with documentation and the upkeep of records
• Listen, empathize and address all patient concerns
• Provide clear communication and education on treatment plans and maintaining oral health.
• Oversee operatory set-up and clean-up, including sterilization process.
• Take radiographs/x-rays
• Support front desk and office manager as needed with admin needs, patient calls, etc.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of Periodontic Dental Assisting experience
• CRP Certification- Radiography/ X-RAY certification per state guidelines
• Well versed in dental terminology and procedures
• Maintains a positive, collaborative and supportive disposition with team and patients
• Maintain compliance with state dental practice requirements (i.e., X-ray requirements, OSHA, and CE training).
• Understands and complies with HIPAA and HITECH Act of 2009

Dental Assistants Receive:

• Clinical hours that support work-life balance
• Mentoring by top-rated, experienced clinicians
• 401(K) Plan