Top Dental Assistant looking for Top Dental Office
Job Description
We are currently looking for an exceptional, experienced, and qualified Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, such as preparing the treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during procedures. He or she makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, obtains their dental records, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care. The Dental Assistant may prepare materials for impressions and restorations, patient charting, and take dental x-rays as directed by a dentist. In addition, he or she helps with office duties that support the clinical mission, including ordering of clinical supplies, scheduling follow up appointments for treatment, and keeping clinical supplies organized.
The ideal candidate is certified in the District of Columbia as a Dental Assistant II and has two years of experience. Candidates must have a pleasant and courteous personality, strong computer skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with dental practice management software is a plus.
COMPENSATION
$20-$30 per hour
BENEFITS
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Health Insurance (partial paid)
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Paid Vacation
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Sick Time
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401(k)
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Performance Bonus
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Uniforms Provided
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Assistant in District of Columbia: $24–$29 an hour
- The middle half of 12 job posts in District of Columbia that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- September 10, 2026
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