Dental Assistant

Cordial Dental is a patient-focused general dentistry practice providing high-quality, compassionate care to the Worcester community. We offer comprehensive dental services in a modern, well-equipped environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during clinical procedures including restorative, endodontic, extractions, and prosthodontic treatments
• Prepare and disinfect operatories before and after each patient
• Take and process digital X-rays
• Perform sterilization and maintain infection control protocols (CDC & OSHA compliant)
• Set up instruments and materials for procedures
• Assist with impressions, temporary crowns, and chairside support
• Chart dental procedures accurately in dental software
• Educate patients on post-operative and oral hygiene instructions
• Maintain inventory and order dental supplies as needed
• Ensure a positive, calm, and professional patient experience

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant certification (or equivalent experience)
• X-ray certification (required)
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures
• Experience with digital dental software preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and professional demeanor

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Teamwork • Dental office • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • OSHA • Preparing dental treatment areas • In-person customer service • Oral surgery assistance experience • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare practice inventory management • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Patient care • Perioperative Care • Dental impressions • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • In-person • Patient charting • Clean workspace maintenance • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) • Ordering supplies • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling