Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance•Virginia Beach, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Dental Specialty Center of Virginia Beach is seeking a Dental Assistant in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The assistant supports the clinical team and professional dental staff in providing patient care and treatment in a team-based, patient-centered office. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience. The practice describes its office as modern and equipped with advanced dental technology. The role includes preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentists during procedures, supporting patient education and comfort, taking and developing X-rays, assisting with impressions, maintaining study models, and keeping patient records and documentation accurate. The assistant also helps with scheduling and patient intake as needed and supports emergency readiness by maintaining CPR certification and the availability of emergency supplies and contact information. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with one Saturday per month from 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The employer offers health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability benefits, a 401(k) plan, and support for continuing education and professional development. Benefits are subject to eligibility and vesting requirements.

Requirements

At least six months of on-the-job dental assisting experience, with supporting documentation.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection-control training as required by law.

Nice To Haves

X-ray certification is preferred.
Nitrous oxide certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
Follow infection-control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and comply with workplace regulations.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake as needed.
Help the dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and an emergency telephone directory.