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Star Dental Partners
Dental Assistant
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What they do
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.
$46,189 / year median in Virginia
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Overview:
Big Smile Dental is now hiring a Full Time Dental Assistant in Fredericksburg, Virginia! At Big Smile Dental , we are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We believe great dentistry starts with a great team, and we're looking for a talented Dental Assistant to join us as we continue serving our Fredericksburg community. Full Time Dental Assistant Schedule Monday through Thursday 7:45am - 5:00pm Every other Friday 7:45am - 2:00pm 60 minute lunch breaks Full Time Benefits Competitive Compensation Monthly Employee Incentive Program 401K Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Company Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty Paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance Medical, Dental, and Vision Short Term Disability Employee Referral Bonus Program Pet Insurance Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans with wellness incentives Additional Practice Perks Patient-centric community approach Work/life balance Opportunity for career growth Professional development and support with continuing education Strong business and operational teams Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their householdResponsibilities:
Assist the Dentists chairside Welcomes patients Prepares patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort Selection and setup of instrumentation, equipment and other dental materials as needed Instrument sterilization according to regulations Maintains accurate patient records Lab tasks as instructed Provide post-operative care instructions Maintain clean and stocked operatoriesQualifications:
Active VA dental assistant license, Xray Certified Dental Assistant training/school certification 2 or more years of dental assisting clinical experience required Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Experience with digital software Excellent interpersonal skillsPractice Description:
Join Our Team At Big Smile Dental in Fredericksburg, VA, we're dedicated to creating healthy, beautiful smiles for the whole family. Led by Dr. Carter Waller, our friendly team provides comprehensive dental care including cleanings, fillings, crowns, dentures, root canals, and cosmetic dentistry like veneers and teeth whitening. We focus on gentle, personalized treatment in a welcoming environment. Big Smile Dental combines experience, technology, and compassion to keep patient smiles bright and healthy. If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a practice that values patient care, teamwork, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why Big Smile Dental is a great place to build your career and make a difference every day.Equal Employment Opportunity:
Star Dental Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs