Dental Assistant
Job Description
Dental Assistant
Practice Name: Rochelle E. Hackley DDS Dental Spa
Location: Rockville, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $25.00/hour (Hourly) DOE
Benefits: Standard ADC Benefits Package
About Us
Welcome to Rochelle E. Hackley DDS Dental Spa! We are a thriving, patient-focused practice featuring 7 modern operatories, 1 dedicated Dentist, 3 skilled Hygienists, 3 Dental Assistants, and 3 welcoming Front Staff members. We pride ourselves on cultivating a caring, friendly, and supportive spa-like environment. We are a close-knit team that deeply values compassion, clear communication, and collaboration-you'll feel like part of the family from day one!
What You'll Do (Job Responsibilities)
As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our patients have a comfortable, seamless, and high-quality experience. Your daily responsibilities will include:
Chairside Assistance: Provide excellent clinical support and chairside assistance to the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
Patient Care: Greet and prepare patients for treatments, ensuring they feel relaxed and cared for in our spa-like atmosphere.
Clinical Standards: Take and process high-quality dental X-rays, and meticulously sterilize and disinfect instruments and treatment rooms.
Practice Operations: Actively manage appointment scheduling, maintain accurate patient records, and support overall office flow.
Patient Comfort: Serve as a friendly face and a strong communicator, supporting patient comfort throughout their entire visit.
Schedule
This is a stable, full-time schedule with no Friday or weekend hours:
MondayWednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
TuesdayThursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
What We're Looking For (Qualifications)
Experience: A minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant is preferred.
Certifications: Must be X-ray Certified.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, exceptional communication skills, and a naturally caring and friendly demeanor.
Growth Mindset: Open and eager to learn Orthodontics (prior ortho experience is a plus, but not required-we will train the right person!).
Core Values: A deep commitment to providing outstanding, compassionate patient care.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to grow your career in a beautiful practice that truly values both its patients and its staff, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Benefits
Customer communication • Medical procedure preparation • Dental office • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Hourly pay • Pre-examination patient preparation • Dental receptionist • In-person customer service • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Greeting dental patients • Assisting medical staff • Medical scheduling • X-Ray Certification • No weekends • Emotional support for patients • Medical records • Dental x-ray • Dental equipment • Schedule creation • Four handed dentistry • Orthodontics • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Under 1 year
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Salary
- 20 - 25 USD hourly (40,000 - 50,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in MD: $42k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
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