Dental Assistant

Schedule:
Mon: 9am-5pm
Tues: 9am-5pm
Wed: 10am-7pm
Thurs: 10am-5pm
Friday: 8am-12pm (on a rotating basis - not every Friday)

Compensation & Benefits
We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package includes but is not limited to:
Competitive pay
Medical, Dental and vision insurance options
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance gifted to you
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
A team culture focused on growth, communication, and high-quality care
Work-life balance

What You’ll Do
As a key member of our team, you will help support smooth, efficient, and comfortable patient care by:
Prepare treatment rooms and patients for dental procedures
Assist the dentist chairside using four-handed dentistry techniques
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories
Take dental radiographs and impressions as directed by the dentist
Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care instructions
Maintain accurate patient records and update charts in the practice management system
Monitor inventory and inform Clinical Lead or Office Manager of supply needs
Follow OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA protocols to ensure patient and team safety
Support a team-first culture and uphold Squire Dental’s values in every interaction
Work Environment & Physical Requirements Involving : Ability to stand, sit, and assist with procedures for extended periods, Manual dexterity to operate dental instruments and equipment, May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and infectious materials, Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required
Other duties as it relates to the position

Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or on-the-job training
Active dental assistant certification/license as required by state law
Current CPR/BLS certification
Excellent communication and patient care skills

Preferred:
1+ years of experience in a dental assisting role
Proficiency in dental software systems (Denticon)