Dental Assistant - $1-1.5K Sign-On Bonus

About the role

Brattleboro Dental Health is seeking an experienced, dependable Dental Assistant to join our collaborative team in Brattleboro, VT. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your chairside expertise to an established, patient-centered practice while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a team that genuinely values great patient care.

Pay

Competitive pay: $20–$27/hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Sign-On Bonus

$1,000–$1,500 sign-on bonus for joining our team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 3 weeks PTO plus paid holidays

Schedule

Consistent weekday schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM with no evenings or weekends.

Professional Development

• Continuing education, training, and opportunities to expand clinical skills
• Access to additional development opportunities through Affinity Dental Management

Responsibilities

• Provide confident chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures
• Prepare patients, treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for scheduled procedures
• Take and process diagnostic-quality dental x-rays
• Follow sterilization, infection control, OSHA, and safety protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and treatment-ready operatories
• Educate patients on procedures, oral hygiene, and post-treatment instructions
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient information
• Monitor clinical supplies and assist with inventory
• Collaborate with dentists and team members to support efficient patient flow
• Help create a warm, reassuring experience for patients throughout their visit

Requirements

• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Strong chairside assisting skills and ability to contribute effectively in a busy dental practice
• Radiology/x-ray certification as required
• Current CPR certification
• Dental Assistant education, license, or certification as applicable/preferred
• Knowledge of sterilization and infection-control standards
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented approach
• Genuine commitment to providing an excellent patient experience