Whittier Street Health Center is seeking a full?time Dental Assistant to join our busy dental department. In this role, you will provide chairside support to dentists, dental hygienists, and dental students while assisting with patient education and administrative tasks. This is a full?time opportunity to grow your career in dentistry while making a direct impact on the health of Bostons diverse communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for treatment and provide comfort throughout their visit.
- Assist providers during exams and procedures, including four?handed dentistry.
- Sterilize instruments, set up / clean workstations, and maintain supplies.
- Take and process radiographs.
- Mix and prepare dental materials (amalgams, cements, impressions, etc.).
- Record exam findings and treatment procedures in patient charts.
- Support patient scheduling, recalls, and insurance processing.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
Requirements
High school diploma or higher.Completion of a dental assisting training program or minimum one year of experience.Active Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.Massachusetts Radiology Certification.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols.Strong chairside assistance skills and familiarity with dental terminology.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental charting systems.Excellent communication and customer service skills.Ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population and team.Pay & Benefits
Base pay range : $23.00? / hr $25.00? / hr.
Competitive hourly rate.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.Life and accidental death (AD&D) insurance.Employer?funded pension plan and 403(b) retirement savings plan.Generous paid time off, holidays, and bereavement leave.Professional development support & continuing education support.Employee assistance program.Flexible spending account.Paid sick time, paid time off, and parental leave.Referral program, tuition reimbursement, and on?site gym.Family leave and bereavement leave.Job Details
Job type : Full?time.Expected hours : 40 per week.Location : In person (Whittier Street Health Center).Seniority level : Entry level.Industry : Hospitals and Health Care.#J-18808-Ljbffr