full-time 1 month ago
Dental Assistant General
Passion Dental
New Bedford, MA 02746
25 - 35/hr
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Dentrix Software
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Job Description
Dental Assistant – XXXXXX
Passion Dental
Passion Dental is seeking an energetic, patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our team at XXXXXX.
The primary role of the Dental Assistant is to support clinicians in delivering the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE), thereby fostering Patients for Life (PFL). Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties to ensure efficient, high-quality dental treatment while creating a positive experience for every patient.
Dental Assistants must collaborate effectively with co-workers, specialty dental assistants, patients, and front office staff by communicating constructively and positively. Successful Dental Assistants actively listen, consider feedback objectively, maintain commitments, keep others informed of work progress, and address problems constructively to identify practical solutions.
If assigned to specialty areas, including Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, or Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Assistants will primarily support clinicians within that specialty and may require additional training.
Responsibilities
Support clinicians in delivering exceptional patient care and the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE)
Assist doctors during a variety of dental treatment procedures
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
Sterilize and maintain instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards
Take dental radiographs as permitted by state regulations
Provide pre- and post-operative patient education
Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
Ensure treatment rooms remain clean, organized, and fully stocked
Support restorative, surgical, preventive, and specialty procedures
Collaborate effectively with doctors, hygienists, specialists, and front office team members
Contribute to a positive, patient-centered office environment
Follow all company policies, safety standards, and infection control protocols
Why Join Passion Dental?
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive team environment
Career growth opportunities within a growing dental organization
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day
Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
Dental Assistant certification where required by state regulations
Current radiology certification preferred
Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Commitment to providing exceptional patient care
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a general dentistry office
Experience assisting with restorative, crown and bridge, endodontic, oral surgery, or specialty procedures
Familiarity with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, or similar dental software
CPR certification
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
Passion Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant for our XXXXXX location. The ideal candidate is a motivated, team-oriented professional who is passionate about patient care and clinical excellence. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians while contributing to a positive patient experience and supporting practice growth.
Passion Dental
Passion Dental is seeking an energetic, patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our team at XXXXXX.
The primary role of the Dental Assistant is to support clinicians in delivering the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE), thereby fostering Patients for Life (PFL). Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties to ensure efficient, high-quality dental treatment while creating a positive experience for every patient.
Dental Assistants must collaborate effectively with co-workers, specialty dental assistants, patients, and front office staff by communicating constructively and positively. Successful Dental Assistants actively listen, consider feedback objectively, maintain commitments, keep others informed of work progress, and address problems constructively to identify practical solutions.
If assigned to specialty areas, including Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, or Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Assistants will primarily support clinicians within that specialty and may require additional training.
Responsibilities
Support clinicians in delivering exceptional patient care and the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE)
Assist doctors during a variety of dental treatment procedures
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
Sterilize and maintain instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards
Take dental radiographs as permitted by state regulations
Provide pre- and post-operative patient education
Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
Ensure treatment rooms remain clean, organized, and fully stocked
Support restorative, surgical, preventive, and specialty procedures
Collaborate effectively with doctors, hygienists, specialists, and front office team members
Contribute to a positive, patient-centered office environment
Follow all company policies, safety standards, and infection control protocols
Why Join Passion Dental?
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive team environment
Career growth opportunities within a growing dental organization
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day
Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
Dental Assistant certification where required by state regulations
Current radiology certification preferred
Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Commitment to providing exceptional patient care
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a general dentistry office
Experience assisting with restorative, crown and bridge, endodontic, oral surgery, or specialty procedures
Familiarity with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, or similar dental software
CPR certification
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
Passion Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant for our XXXXXX location. The ideal candidate is a motivated, team-oriented professional who is passionate about patient care and clinical excellence. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians while contributing to a positive patient experience and supporting practice growth.
About Passion Dental
Passion Dental Services is a clinician-led organization founded by Dr. Patrick Assioun in 2002 in Massachusetts. The organization focuses on allowing doctors to concentrate on patient care by relieving them of administrative burdens. With a variety of dental specialties under one roof, including general dentistry, orthodontics, and endodontics, Passion Dental operates across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Upstate New York.
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