What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant (DA or RDA) - $20-$25/hour position at DirectDental?
Are you an experienced Dental Assistant looking for more than just a job? At our small, private dental practice, we’ve created a workplace where your contributions are truly valued. If you’re reliable, energetic, and love what you do, we would love to meet you!
We’re not just looking for a great assistant—we’re looking for a great fit: someone who shares our commitment to comfort, quality, and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our door.
Why Work Here
We’ve Built Our Culture Around Respect, Teamwork, And Trust—both With Our Patients And Each Other. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team As a Full-time Staff Member
Chairside Assistant Duties And Responsibilities
We are seeking a candidate with two solid years of experience in a general dental practice.
All offers of employment subject to background check.
Skills
We’re not just looking for a great assistant—we’re looking for a great fit: someone who shares our commitment to comfort, quality, and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our door.
Why Work Here
We’ve Built Our Culture Around Respect, Teamwork, And Trust—both With Our Patients And Each Other. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team As a Full-time Staff Member
- Four-Day Workweek – M,T, W 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; No Fridays/Weekends
- Paid Time Off – Includes vacation, holidays, and sick time
- 401(k) with Matching & Profit Sharing
- Generous Staff Discounts for you and your family
- Paid Training & Continued Education
- Uniform Allowance
- Friendly, Supportive Team Environment – Work with a team that looks out for one another and genuinely enjoys what we do
Chairside Assistant Duties And Responsibilities
- Greet patients, escort them to the treatment room, gather patient information and health background; verify that health history and other required forms are up to date
- Perform 4-handed dentistry: Assisting dentist by handing him instruments and equipment, taking notes when needed, charting as needed
- Take digital X-rays (with X-ray certification)
- Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions; 3D scanning
- Provide patient care and support during dental procedures; educate patients on post-treatment care
- Prepare/clean work areas; prepare instrument trays; clean/sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization area
We are seeking a candidate with two solid years of experience in a general dental practice.
- Willingness and ability to be a strong team member and display a positive attitude: ability to maintain outgoing, friendly, compassionate attitude with patients and staff under pressure
- Ability to work with interruptions, manage multiple priorities well, be flexible with change
- Follows direction of dentist, but is self-motivated and anticipates dentist and patient needs
- Must maintain OSHA, HIPAA and BLS (CPR) certifications
- Prior experience assisting in a chart-less office is a plus
All offers of employment subject to background check.
Skills
- General Practice
- Digital X-rays
- Digital Impressions
- Open Dental
- 401k
- PTO
- $20-$25/hour
Salary : $20 - $25