Dental Assistant
Location: Laurel, Maryland
Address: 13600 Laurel Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
Status: Full-Time
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Monday–Friday schedule with two weekends required per month. (When working a weekend, two weekdays will be provided off to ensure no more than 5 working days per week)
Compensation: $25.00 – $32.00 per hour
Annualized: $52,000 – $66,560 based on a 40-hour work week.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our growing clinical team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-provider environment and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care.
The Dental Assistant will support providers across a variety of procedures, helping to ensure efficient clinical flow while creating a positive and comfortable experience for patients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped practice with strong systems and a collaborative team culture.
Practice Overview:
- Privately owned, multi-provider dental practice.
- Includes general and specialty services.
- Modern, state-of-the-art facility with the latest technology.
- Strong patient volume with consistent daily flow.
- Team-oriented environment focused on quality care and patient experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist providers during a wide range of procedures, including restorative, surgical, and specialty treatments.
- Prepare and break down operatories before and after patient visits.
- Take digital radiographs and intraoral images as needed.
- Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols.
- Provide chairside support to ensure efficient and productive scheduling.
- Educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene.
- Accurately document clinical notes and assist with charting.
- Manage supplies, instruments, and equipment to ensure readiness for patient care.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
- Radiology certification (as required by Maryland).
- Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology.
- Excellent communication and patient care skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic.
- Experience with dental software systems (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental) preferred.
Benefits:
- Medical insurance covered at 100% for the individual employee.
- 2 weeks of paid vacation per year.
- Paid holidays.