Sub Dental Assistant

Temporary Dental Assistant – Maternity Leave Coverage
January–March 2027
We are a friendly, established general dental practice seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis while one of our team members is onmaternity leave. This position is expected to run from January through March 2027 and is ideal for anassistant looking for a defined short-term position in a supportive, organized, and team-oriented dental office.

Schedule
4 days per week — approximately 35 paid hours
 Monday: 7:30 AM–5:15 PM
 Tuesday: 6:30 AM–4:15 PM
 Wednesday: Off
 Thursday: 7:30 AM–5:15 PM
 Friday: 6:30 AM–4:15 PM
 1-hour unpaid lunch each workday
Compensation
$24–$27 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.We also offer a $750 completion bonus for successfully working through the agreed maternity-leave coverage period.

What You'll Do
As a Dental Assistant, you'll work closely with our dentists and clinical team to provide an efficient, comfortable, and positive experience for our patients.

Responsibilities include:
 Chairside assisting for a variety of general dental procedures
 Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
 Taking dental radiographs
 Maintaining proper sterilization and infection-control protocols
 Assisting with restorative procedures, crowns, impressions/scans, and other
general dentistry procedures
 Helping maintain efficient patient and clinical flow throughout the day
 Providing patients with a friendly and comfortable experience
 Communicating and working collaboratively with our dentists, hygienists,
assistants, and front-office team
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is dependable, professional, friendly with patients, organized, and comfortable working as part of a collaborative dental team. Previous dental assisting experience is strongly preferred. CDA/RDA credentials are a plus but are not required for the right candidate. Experience with Open Dental is helpful but not required.

Position Details
Position: Temporary Dental Assistant – Maternity Leave Coverage
Dates: January–March 2027
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Hours: Approximately 35 paid hours/week
Pay: $24–$27/hour, based on experience and qualifications
Completion Bonus: $750 upon successful completion of the agreed coverage period
Setting: General Dentistry
Because this is a temporary maternity-leave position, candidates looking for a defined short-term commitment are encouraged to apply. If you're an experienced dental assistant who enjoys working with patients and being part of a supportive dental team, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Work Location: In person