What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Simply Dental?
At Simply Dental of Lowell, we know a great Dental Assistant is essential to delivering an exceptional patient experience — and we believe great teams deserve a great work environment. Join a well-established practice with a fully staffed clinical team, a supportive doctor environment, and a consistent schedule with no weekends or late nights, so you can enjoy better work-life balance while doing what you love.
In this role, you’ll play an essential part in supporting high-quality patient care, helping appointments run smoothly, and creating a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy working closely with patients, we’d love to meet you.
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45 am - 5 pm and Friday 7:45 am - 2 pm
Responsibilities:
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Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their dental visit
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Assist the General Dentist during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative treatment, crown and bridge work, fillings, extractions, root canals, hygiene support, and other general dental treatments
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Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule
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Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as needed
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Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health to support positive outcomes
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Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed
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Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment
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Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area
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Collaborate closely with the dental team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, team-oriented dental practice where your role is essential to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a positive office culture.
Full-time Benefits:
We recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Health insurance starting on your first day of employment
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Vision insurance
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Paid vacation time
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Paid holidays
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Paid sick time
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Dental and orthodontic benefits
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401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
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Consistent, set schedule (no weekends or late nights!)
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Qualifications:
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Previous dental assisting experience
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Experience in general dentistry strongly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with dental experience and a positive attitude
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Strong communication skills with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported during treatment
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Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
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High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care
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Team-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitude
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Comfort using dental software and digital imaging technology
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Current Dental Assistant licensure/certification as required by state regulations
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Valid radiology/X-ray certification
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Current CPR and First Aid certification
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Knowledge of OSHA regulations, infection control standards, and compliance updates
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Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and dental practice management software
Salary : $24 - $29