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Dental Assistant

Total smiles Dentistry
Richmond, VA
20 - 24 USD hourly (40,000 - 48,000 USD annually)
Dental AssistantFull Time

Job Description

Dental Assistant (Full-Time, In-Person)

All dental assistants apply today! We are looking for a motivated and reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, team-focused, and committed to providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the dentist during procedures and treatments
  • Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories
  • Take dental X-rays
  • Ensure patient comfort and maintain a clean clinical environment
  • Follow infection control and safety procedures
  • Support clinical team with daily office operations
  • The ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast paced environment.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience required
  • X-ray certified or willing to obtain certification
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a team environment
  • Positive attitude and professional demeanor
  • Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures preferred

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance

We are looking for someone dependable, hardworking, and eager to grow with our practice. Apply today to become part of our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits

Patient comfort • Dental office • Dental assisting • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Assisting medical staff • Patient service • Health insurance • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Dental x-ray • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • In-person • 1 year • Communication skills • Safety protocol implementation • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Healthcare facilities housekeeping

Job Details

Job Type
Full Time
Salary
20 - 24 USD hourly (40,000 - 48,000 USD annually)
Median for Dental Assistant in VA: $40k/yr
Specialty
Dental Assistant
Posted
October 14, 2026

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About the Employer
Total smiles Dentistry
Richmond, VA
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