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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$51,494 / year median in Massachusetts
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Overview This is a Full-Time Dental Assistant role. This role will work with both our Arlington and Cambridge offices. Why You'll Love this Dental Assistant Job! Do you have strong verbal skills? Are you able to embrace a positive team approach to patient care? If so, then you'd be a great fit for our Dental Assistant position at both our Arlington and Cambridge Gentle Dental offices. The Dental Assistant provides clinical support to facilitate the relationship between our patients and dentists, increase the efficiency of delivering quality dental care and maintain communication between dentists, patients and administrative staff to ensure a positive patient experience. Benefits Health Insurance with optional HSA (healthcare savings account), (single or family coverage), gym/health club reimbursement, discounted health and fitness merchandise and more Dental benefits (including free cleanings) Vision coverage Employee assistance program with unlimited access to free mental health support, legal advice, financial counseling, and more 401K with dedicated financial assistance Continuing education through work at no cost to you. When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise. If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, apply for the Dental Assistant position today! Responsibilities Greet and prepare patients for treatment Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures Provide post operative instructions and patient education Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments Maintain strict compliance to infection control, CDC, OSHA and HIPPA Maintain dental supply inventory Perform other related job duties as assigned Must demonstrate strong teamwork as the providers assisted are subject to change dependent upon the practice needs Qualifications Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology C.D.A. preferred Possess required certifications, licensure or registration as required by state