Dental Assistant

Prosthetic Associates is looking for a reliable, kind, and motivated Registered Dental Assistant to join our privately owned dental practice in Lynn, MA.

This is a consistent Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM position with no Fridays and no weekends.

Our office has been part of the Lynn community for decades. We have loyal patients, experienced doctors, and a team that cares about doing dentistry the right way. We are also modernizing our systems and workflows, so this is a good fit for someone who wants a stable office but also likes being part of positive growth.

What Makes This Role Different
Four-day workweek
No Fridays
No weekends
Privately owned practice
Established patient base
Supportive clinical team
Mix of general, restorative, crown and bridge, removable, implant-related, and emergency care
Opportunity to grow with the practice as systems modernize
Respectful environment where assistants are an important part of patient care
Schedule
Monday-Thursday
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Approximately 28 hours per week
Pay
Recommended range: $29-$33/hour, based on experience, reliability, radiology certification, clinical skill, and ability to contribute to smooth patient flow.

What You’ll Do
Assist dentists during exams, restorative treatment, crown and bridge procedures, removable prosthetics, implant-related visits, emergency visits, and other general dental procedures
Prepare, break down, clean, disinfect, and restock treatment rooms
Seat patients and help them feel comfortable and informed
Review medical history alerts and communicate concerns to the doctor
Take dental radiographs as permitted by Massachusetts requirements
Take impressions, scans, photos, or other records as directed
Support CEREC, Primescan, XDR, DS Core/Sidexis, and Open Dental workflows
Sterilize instruments and maintain infection-control standards
Track lab cases and help ensure cases are ready before appointments
Support accurate clinical documentation
Give post-op instructions as directed by the doctor
Communicate clearly with the front desk about next appointments, lab needs, treatment timing, and patient concerns
Help maintain a clean, calm, organized, and patient-ready clinical environment
Who We’re Looking For
Licensed / registered dental assistant in Massachusetts
Current CPR/BLS certification
Radiology certification or eligibility to take radiographs in Massachusetts
Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
Warm and calm with patients
Organized and detail-oriented
Able to anticipate doctor and patient needs
Comfortable with sterilization and infection-control protocols
Willing to learn new systems and workflows
Open Dental experience is helpful, but not required
CEREC, Primescan, XDR, DS Core, or surgical/restorative experience is a plus
Requirements
Massachusetts Dental Assistant License / Registration
CPR/BLS certification
Dental radiology certification if taking X-rays
OSHA and infection-control awareness
Ability to work Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Prior dental assisting experience preferred
Benefits
Benefits may be available for eligible full-time employees, including:
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee dental benefits
Continuing education support
Supportive leadership and room for professional growth
Why Join Us
This is a good opportunity for an assistant who wants a consistent schedule, a professional private-practice environment, and a team that values clinical support.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in being prepared, keeping the day moving, helping patients feel comfortable, and supporting high-quality dental care.

If you are dependable, personable, and want to be part of a practice that is growing thoughtfully, we would be happy to meet you.

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Lynn, MA
Pay: $29-$33/hour
License Required: Massachusetts Dental Assistant License / Registration
Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 28.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Free parking
Paid time off
Work Location: In person