What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant - General position at Commonwealth Dental Clinic?
Commonwealth Dental Clinic is a fast paced and high energy office located in the beautiful downtown Roanoke. Our goals are to provide excellent patient care and having them leaving with a wonderful smile. If you have great communication skills, ready for teamwork, are hardworking and strive for excellence we are ready to add you to our team.
Position Summary:
We’re looking for a compassionate, energetic Dental Assistant to join our team serving an underserved adult population.
Our patients often come to us after years of putting their dental needs aside. Through extractions and dentures, we help people get out of pain, restore their ability to eat comfortably, and regain confidence in their smile.
You won’t just be assisting with procedures—you’ll be part of someone's fresh start.
We’re looking for someone who is dependable, caring, positive, and enjoys being part of a team. Experience with extractions or dentures is a plus, but the right attitude and heart matter just as much as experience.
❤️ Come be part of a team where you can go home each day knowing you helped change someone's life.
If you want your work to have purpose—not just a paycheck—we’d love to meet you!
Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
- Dental Assistant — Make a Difference Every Day
We’re looking for a compassionate, energetic Dental Assistant to join our team serving an underserved adult population.
Our patients often come to us after years of putting their dental needs aside. Through extractions and dentures, we help people get out of pain, restore their ability to eat comfortably, and regain confidence in their smile.
You won’t just be assisting with procedures—you’ll be part of someone's fresh start.
We’re looking for someone who is dependable, caring, positive, and enjoys being part of a team. Experience with extractions or dentures is a plus, but the right attitude and heart matter just as much as experience.
❤️ Come be part of a team where you can go home each day knowing you helped change someone's life.
If you want your work to have purpose—not just a paycheck—we’d love to meet you!
Responsibilities:
- Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort
- Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment
- X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols
- Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options
- Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems
- Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols
- Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments
- Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support
- Dental Assistant certification.
- X-ray certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling
- Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards
- A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Pension PlanSalary : $17 - $21