Salary:

$20-$25/hour

Job type:

Full Time

Resume required:

Yes

Posted date:

2026-04-04

Full job description:

Dental Assistant (CDA)

We are seeking a friendly, reliable, and skilled Dental Assistant (CDA) to join our team and help create a welcoming, efficient, and patient-focused dental experience. Whether you're a certified EFDA or an experienced dental assistant, we welcome your application

What You’ll Do

• Greet and welcome patients, ensuring they feel comfortable and well-informed
• Prepare treatment rooms and patients for dental procedures
• Set up and break down instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols meticulously
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist (4-handed dentistry)
• Perform lab-related tasks as directed
• Deliver oral hygiene instructions and post-operative care guidance
• Keep operatories clean, stocked, and organized
• Schedule patient appointments and manage the daily schedule efficiently
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with insurance/payment procedures
• Support front office duties when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Prior dental assisting experience required.
• Clinical Skills: Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and 4-handed dentistry
• Software & Tech: Familiarity with dental practice software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, etc.); CEREC experience is a must
• Administrative: Comfortable with scheduling, insurance processing, and basic billing tasks
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a professional, patient-first attitude
• Certifications: Radiology certification required; coronal polishing certification is a plus
• Education: High school diploma and completion of Dental Assisting Program is required

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to grow and refine both clinical and administrative skills
• Make a meaningful impact in patients' health and comfort every day

Note: We are open to hiring either a Certified Dental Assistant or an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA). Compensation and responsibilities will be aligned with experience and certification level.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20-25

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have CEREC or digital impression taking experience?

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Required)
• EFDA Certification (Preferred)

Benefits:

Dental, 401k, Bonuses

Compensation:

• $20-$25/hour

Job reference:

924460