Job Description
Lead Specialty Dental Assistant: Periodontics and/or Endodontics Experience a Plus!
Schedule:
Full-Time | Monday - Wednesday, 8AM - 5PM, Thursday, 6:30AM - 3:30PM & Fridays, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Range: $26–$30 per hour
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Specialty Dental Assistant to join an established dental practice. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys providing exceptional patient care and supporting a collaborative clinical team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dental environment. Experience in periodontics and/or endodontics is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome and prepare patients for treatments and procedures, ensuring their comfort and addressing any concerns.
Clinical Assistance: Prepare instruments, equipment, and materials for dental procedures. Assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques.
Sterilization & Infection Control: Follow proper sterilization protocols and maintain compliance with applicable health and safety regulations.
Lab Tasks & Post-Operative Care: Assist with laboratory tasks as directed and provide patients with post-operative care instructions.
Patient Records: Maintain accurate patient charts, treatment documentation, and clinical records.
Scheduling & Office Support: Assist with patient scheduling and daily clinical operations. Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and properly stocked.
Regulated Clinical Tasks: Perform permitted non-surgical procedures, such as coronal polishing, when appropriately certified and authorized under applicable regulations.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of dental assisting experience in a clinical setting.
Dental Assistant Certification (CDA or RDA) required.
Strong knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and infection control protocols.
Familiarity with dental procedures and clinical workflows.
Experience with dental practice management software, such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, patient-focused environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience assisting with periodontal and/or endodontic procedures.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification.
Radiology Certification or Dental Hygiene Assistant certification.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Why Join Our Team?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Dental Assistant seeking a consistent, part-time Friday schedule in a supportive, patient-focused environment. Your clinical expertise and commitment to quality care will play an important role in delivering a positive patient experience.
