Dental Assistant

The Andersonville Dentologie dental practice is seeking a full‑time Dental Assistant to provide outstanding patient care. This role offers excellent pay, a career track, a full benefits package, a balanced schedule, and a fun culture. Learn more about us on our TikTok or Instagram pages.

Pay

$22‑$26 per hour, based on experience level.

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, five shifts per week (three morning and two evening shifts).

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties.
• Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and a variety of procedures.
• Provide a 10‑star patient experience.
• Prepare instruments and materials for upcoming procedures.
• Provide direct patient care across restorative, orthodontic, pediatric, endodontic, periodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery services.
• Pass dental instruments between provider and assistant (four‑handed dentistry).
• Make patients comfortable in the chair and prepare them for treatment.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories after treatment.
• Instruct patients on pre‑ and post‑operative procedures and deliver oral health education.
• Obtain dental radiographs and intra‑oral scans/photos.
• Maintain treatment records, including charting existing restorations and planned treatment.
• Monitor daily supplies and restock as needed.
• Assist the dentist in providing post‑treatment care instructions.

Requirements

• Minimum six months of dental assistant experience.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, customer service, and written communication skills.
• Clinical knowledge and skills with a focus on patient care.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high‑pace and occasionally stressful environment.
• Preferred: coronal polishing certificate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental (free coverage for employees), vision insurance, and 401(k).
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance.
• $50 per month for mass transit or parking expenses.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Paid holidays, PTO, and sick time.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and prevents discrimination.