Description

Why you'll love working here
- Supportive, team-first environment where your work is appreciated and your growth is encouraged
- Hands-on learning across specialties in a multi-specialty practice (Peds, Ortho, Perio, and General)
- Positive, collaborative culture focused on exceptional patient care and a great patient experience
- Family-owned, single-location private practice—a close-knit team and consistent routines
- Experienced, friendly teammates who are committed to delivering excellent care to every patient

Why this opportunity stands out
- Competitive pay: $24–$35/hour, based on experience (higher for exceptional clinical skills and professionalism)
- Health insurance
- $1,800 in-office dental plan
- 401(k)
- BLS and HIPAA/OSHA training with CE credits, fully funded by the office
- Paid holidays + paid vacation
- Convenient location — welcoming community about 30 minutes south of Boston

About the role
We’re seeking a formally trained/certified Dental Assistant to join our friendly, experienced team. This position is primarily in our Pediatric Dentistry department, supporting pediatric hygiene appointments by taking X-rays, polishing, flossing, and applying fluoride and sealants and writing the chart note. 1-2 days per week you’ll also float to support all departments by taking X-rays, assisting with sterilization, and turning over rooms.

Schedule: Full-time 4 days/week (part-time also considered)

What we are looking for
- Dental Assistant certification or formal training required
- Comfortable working with children (or excited to learn!)
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong communication and professionalism
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, supportive environment

Key responsibilities
-  Welcome and escort patients from the waiting room to the clinical area
- Prepare patients for treatments or hygiene ensuring their comfort
- Polish, floss and apply fluoride for pediatric hygiene patients. Apply sealants (as applicable)
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

Requirements

• Formally-trained or Certified Dental Assistant certification required (as indicated on your dental license)
• Dental assistant experience preferred, but new grads are welcome and encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of dental instruments, chairside assisting, and sterilization/infection control
• Understanding of OSHA/HIPAA and safety regulations
• Able to perform permitted tasks, namely coronal polishing and applying sealants
• Strong computer skills; Eaglesoft experience is a plus
• Friendly, professional communication and strong customer service
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask
• Punctual, reliable, and team-oriented
• Pediatric experience or interest in working with children preferred