Entry-Level Dental Assistant

Now Hiring:

Entry-Level Dental Assistant Sanders Family Dental Full Time |

Pay Range:

$18

• 20/hour based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule Monday-Thursday:

7:45 AM team huddle

• 5:00 PM (1 hour lunch)

Friday:

7:45 AM team huddle

• 1:00 PM Sanders Family Dental is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Dental Assistant to join our growing clinical team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is early in their dental assisting career and wants to grow in a supportive, fast-paced, patient-centered dental office. We are looking for someone who is positive, dependable, eager to learn, and committed to helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. Our office has a structured assistant tier system, which means you will have clear expectations, hands-on training, and opportunities to grow as your skills develop. About Us At Sanders Family Dental, we are a growth-focused, systems-driven dental practice committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an elevated team experience. We believe great care starts with a strong team, clear communication, reliable systems, and a shared commitment to continued growth. As we prepare to transition into a new 16-operatory facility in the fall, 2026, we are building a clinical team that values accountability, consistency, patient comfort, and a positive team culture. Our assistant tier system gives team members a clear path for training, skill development, and advancement within the practice. What You'll Do As an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will support our doctors and clinical team with routine chairside assisting, patient preparation, radiographs, sterilization, operatory setup, charting, and patient communication.

Daily responsibilities may include:

Assisting doctors with fillings, crowns, limited exams, and other routine procedures Preparing rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment for treatment Taking dental radiographs with proper certification/licensing Taking digital impressions/iTero scans Charting existing conditions and documenting treatment details Sterilizing instruments and following OSHA/infection control protocols Maintaining clean, organized operatories Completing consent forms and supporting patient communication Helping patients feel welcomed, informed, and comfortable What We're Looking For The right candidate will be: Dependable and punctual Positive and team-oriented Detail-focused and organized Comfortable communicating with patients Willing to learn and receive feedback Committed to following clinical protocols Professional in appearance, language, and patient interaction Requirements Dental radiography certification/license preferred Dental assisting experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right person Coronal polishing certification is a plus, but not required for initial hire Ability to follow

OSHA/HIPAA

guidelines Strong work ethic and willingness to grow Benefits 401(k) with 3% contribution Profit sharing and quarterly bonus opportunities Paid time off and holidays Dental benefits and employee discounts Short-term disability coverage Scrub allowance Ongoing training and development Team events and a positive, supportive culture Why Join Sanders Family Dental? Supportive team environment Clear training and growth path through our assistant tier system Modern technology, including digital X-rays and iTero scanning Opportunity to learn from experienced doctors and assistants Patient-centered practice culture Competitive Tier 1 pay range of $18

• 20/hour, based on experience and qualifications Our Core Values Accountability
• We take ownership and follow through. Servant's Heart
• We put patients and teammates first. Lifelong Learners
• We are always improving our skills. Gratitude & Grace
• We lead with appreciation and understanding. Humor
• We enjoy what we do and smile with one another.

How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume and a brief introduction sharing why you are interested in joining the Sanders Family Dental team.

Pay:

$18.00

• $20.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person