Prosthodontics Dental Assistant - Implants & Dentures

Affordable Care, LLC; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. You will support denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics while delivering excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Ideal candidates have a Dental Assistant and X-ray certification, strong communication, and a teamwork mindset, with opportunities for growth and hands-on learning in prosthodontics and implant dentistry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dental Assistant and X-ray certification as required by state.
• Strong communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding patient care and create a welcoming, positive experience from check-in through treatment.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, equipment, and materials before each patient appointment.
• Assist dentists during denture procedures, dental implant placement, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.
• Take and assist with denture impressions, select impression trays, and prepare wax bites under dentist direction.
• Assist with denture insertions, relines, repairs, and other expanded duties where permitted by state law.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, denture options, implant procedures, post-operative care, home care, and financial packages.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical notes accurately.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) in accordance with state requirements.
• Maintain infection prevention and sterilization standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Support daily office operations and maintain a clean clinical environment.
• Travel occasionally for training and CE opportunities as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care and office success.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient service

Teamwork

Organization

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant and X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. You will support denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics while delivering excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Ideal candidates have a Dental Assistant and X-ray certification, strong communication, and a teamwork mindset, with opportunities for growth and hands-on learning in prosthodontics and implant dentistry.