Dental Assistant - Western Mass Periodontics

Advance Your Career in Specialized Periodontics - Join the Team at Western Mass Periodontics, Northampton

Are you a compassionate, detail-oriented Dental Assistant ready to grow your career in a specialty setting? Join Western Mass Periodontics (WMP), where we focus on advanced periodontal and implant treatments that restore oral health and transform smiles. Our Northampton team is dedicated to clinical excellence, patient comfort, and professional collaboration.

This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to work alongside respected periodontal specialists in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Why Join Western Mass Periodontics?

• Trusted Specialty Practice: Known for excellence in periodontal disease treatment, gum grafting, dental implants, and advanced scaling/root planing.
• Modern Technology: Utilize Curve software, digital charting, and advanced clinical tools to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and patient comfort.
• Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a skilled and welcoming group of professionals committed to respect, growth, and teamwork.
• Stable Schedule: Consistent weekday hours with no late evenings, designed to support work-life balance.

Your Role as a Dental Assistant

• Support periodontists during surgical and non-surgical procedures, including implants, bone grafting, and periodontal therapy.
• Maintain strict sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Prepare operatories, organize instruments, and ensure smooth daily flow.
• Take and process digital x-rays, assisting with imaging needs during treatment.
• Provide compassionate chairside support and educate patients on pre- and post-op care.
• Maintain accurate records and keep treatment areas stocked and ready.
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• Maintain accurate records and keep treatment areas stocked and ready

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of a dental assisting program (preferred)
• 1 year of dental assisting experience, ideally in surgical or periodontal settings
• Current CPR and radiology certification (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a genuine commitment to patient comfort
• Team-oriented mindset with professionalism and adaptability

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $25/hour
• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9AM - 5PM
• Continuing Education (CE) opportunities and professional development support
• A supportive environment where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged
• Full-time employees enjoy:
  • 8 paid holidays 3 weeks PTO
  • Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with match

About the Practice

Western Mass Periodontics – Northampton is a specialty dental practice located alongside Western Mass Endodontics in the same state-of-the-art facility. Our team of board-certified periodontists and trained staff provide advanced periodontal and implant care in a welcoming environment equipped with modern digital technology and patient amenities. From gum disease treatment to implant placement, we are trusted by patients and referring providers alike for high-quality, compassionate specialty care.

Location:
Western Mass Periodontics - Northampton
269 Locust Street
Northampton, MA 01060

Apply Today – Take the Next Step in Your Dental Career

If you’re ready to grow your career in a respected specialty practice where your contributions make a daily difference, we’d love to meet you.

Western Mass Periodontics is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Employment is contingent upon background check, reference check, and employment verification.

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