Dental Assistant

Affordable Dentures & Implants • Chester, VA

18d

About The Position

Affordable Dentures & Implants is seeking a compassionate, skilled Dental Assistant to provide chairside support and guide patients through each stage of treatment. The role supports dentists and in-house dental laboratory professionals in a fast-paced clinical environment focused on dentures, dental implants, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and removable prosthetics. The Dental Assistant helps create a welcoming patient experience while supporting high-quality tooth replacement care and daily office operations. Occasional travel for training and continuing education may be needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Dental Assistant and X-ray certification where required by state.
• Strong communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and sit for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work safely in a clinical environment while following OSHA and infection control protocols.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Experience assisting with dentures, removable prosthetics, or dental implants.
• Experience taking denture impressions and wax bites.
• Experience assisting with oral surgery and extractions.
• Experience with prosthodontic procedures.
• Familiarity with dental practice management software and electronic patient records.
• Friendly, professional, and compassionate demeanor.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient experiences.
• Dependable, motivated, and eager to grow within a successful dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding patient care and create a welcoming, positive experience from check-in through treatment.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, equipment, and materials before patient appointments.
• Assist dentists with denture procedures, dental implant placement, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments in accordance with state regulations.
• Take and assist with alginate denture impressions, select appropriate impression trays, and prepare wax bites under dentist direction.
• Assist with denture insertions, adjustments, relines, repairs, and other expanded duties where permitted by state law.
• Educate patients about treatment plans, denture options, implant procedures, post-operative care, home care instructions, and financial packages.
• Obtain and accurately document patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical notes.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) in accordance with state certification requirements.
• Maintain infection prevention and sterilization standards by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and operatories.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering clinical supplies.
• Support daily office operations and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.
• Travel occasionally for training and continuing education opportunities as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care and office success.

Benefits

• Career growth and ongoing training opportunities.
• Opportunity to gain specialized experience in dentures, dental implants, prosthodontics, and oral surgery.
• Collaborative, team-focused work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED