Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

Heresi Dental Care – Fall Hill is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists during a variety of dental procedures and help deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient. The role may suit an experienced assistant or someone motivated to learn more about the dental industry. The ideal candidate demonstrates empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to help others.

The Dental Assistant prepares exam rooms and instruments, assists during procedures, takes and processes X-rays, performs laboratory tasks, and helps with patient communication, scheduling, records, payments, and other administrative duties. The position offers a guaranteed hourly rate of $25 or more, paid vacation and holidays, and a 401(k) with matching contributions. Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are offered to employees working 30 or more hours. Flexible schedules are available.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with coworkers and patients.
• A driven personality and commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of Dental Assisting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of general mouth anatomy and dental terminology.
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals, and implants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure necessary equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs.
• Take and process patient X-rays.
• Perform laboratory tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments.
• Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
• Communicate oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Handle general administrative duties and other tasks that help maintain the dental practice.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hourly rate of $25 or more.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) program with matching contributions.
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Life insurance for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Disability insurance for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed