10/13/2026
Hiring a dental assistant:
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
• High school graduate, equivalent or better
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Highly motivated
• Self-starter, ability to accomplish things without having to be instructed to do so
• Energetic and willing to learn new skills and abilities
• Ability to follow detailed directions without difficulty
• Ability to multitask and work on many projects at a time
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
• Ability to effectively communicate with all team members
• Willing to pass the Radiation Health and Safety test within the first 6 months of hire
• Employer will train in duties and skills necessary to the job position
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DUTIES INCLUDE:
Wide range of responsibilities, encompassing both clinical and administrative tasks - Assist dentists during procedures, prepare patients for treatment, sterilize instruments, and educate patients on oral hygiene.
Clinical Duties include but are not limited to:
• Patient Preparation: Preparing patients for dental work by taking medical histories, checking vital signs, and explaining procedures
• Chairside Assistance: Assisting the dentist during procedures by handing instruments, operating suction, and preparing materials
• Radiography: Taking X-rays under dentist supervision
• Sterilization: Cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
• Impressions and Models: Taking impressions of teeth for study casts and fabricating temporary restorations
Additional Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Infection Control: Adhering to strict infection control protocols to ensure a safe and sterile environment
• Emergency Assistance: Assisting the dentist during medical and dental emergencies
• Laboratory Duties: Performing laboratory tasks such as pouring and trimming models, fabricating trays and constructing temporary restorations
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of dental equipment
Full-time position, working Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. During surgery weeks, hours will run longer.
$18.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include Vacation and Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, 401K with employer 3% match, Bonuses, Continuing Education, and Dental Benefits.
To apply for this position, email a resume to Ashley Burbach at [email protected]
