Dental Assistant

Commonwealth Dentistry•Roanoke, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced chairside Dental Assistant who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and contributes to a positive experience for patients and teammates. This hands-on, in-person role supports the dentist during general and restorative procedures and helps patients understand treatment recommendations, costs, and financing options. The Dental Assistant also helps keep a full schedule by scheduling follow-up visits, confirming appointments, filling openings, and coordinating with the front desk. Regular, predictable, on-time attendance for the full scheduled shift is an essential function. The position requires a positive, professional, team-first approach, comfort discussing costs, and professional hygiene and grooming. New team members complete a 90-day introductory period.

Requirements

1 to 2+ years of chairside dental assisting experience.
Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing financial arrangements with patients.
Experience scheduling treatment chairside, confirming appointments, and managing a provider schedule.
Working knowledge of dental insurance and procedure terminology.
Radiography certification or state-required credentials (NC DA II, SC, or VA, as applicable).
Current CPR/BLS, or willingness to obtain it.
Able to perform the physical requirements of chairside work, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Reliable, regular, predictable, on-time attendance for the full scheduled shift.
Comfortable discussing costs clearly and confidently, without pressure or avoidance.
Professional presentation, personal hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
Able to work in person and remain engaged and focused during patient care.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dentrix Ascend practice management software.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist chairside across general and restorative procedures.
Take radiographs and impressions, and chart accurately.
Set up, break down, and turn over operatories on schedule.
Sterilize instruments and follow OSHA and infection control standards.
Present treatment plans and explain the doctor’s recommendations in plain language.
Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
Schedule the patient’s next visit while they are still in the chair.
Confirm upcoming appointments by phone and text.
Fill openings and cancellations, and follow up on unscheduled treatment.
Coordinate the handoff with the front desk.
Support teammates wherever the day needs you.