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Dental Assistant

@ Simply Orthodontics
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Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
$25-$29/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:assisting dentist, preparing rooms, taking records
Requirements Summary:Previous dental assisting experience preferred; general dentistry experience preferred but training available. Requires radiology/X-ray, CPR and First Aid certifications, comfort with dental software and digital imaging, strong communication, multitasking, and attention to detail.
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Job Description

At Worcester Dental Arts, 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 - Friday 7:45 am - 5 pm



Responsibilities 





  • Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their dental visit  







  • 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  







  • Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule  







  • Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as needed  







  • Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health to support positive outcomes  







  • Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times  







  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed  







  • Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment  







  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area  







  • Collaborate closely with the dental team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations  







  • 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: 





  • Health insurance starting on your first day of employment  







  • Vision insurance  







  • Paid vacation time  







  • Paid holidays  







  • Paid sick time  







  • Dental and orthodontic benefits  







  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution  







  • Consistent, set schedule (no weekends or late nights!)