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About the Role

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll play an important role in delivering exceptional patient care and helping the clinical team provide high-quality dentistry. You’ll work alongside dentists, specialists and other dental professionals to help patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit. Your work makes a difference every day by preparing patients and treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and educating patients. At Smile Brands, you’ll have the opportunity to build your skills, learn from experienced dental professionals, and grow your career in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients, treatment rooms, instruments and equipment for dental procedures.
Assist dentists and specialists during examinations and dental procedures.
Take and prepare dental X-rays and other diagnostic records, when permitted by state regulations and within your credentials.
Provide patients with clear, compassionate guidance on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Maintain appropriate infection control, sterilization and safety standards.
Prepare and maintain dental instruments and supplies.
Support an efficient, organized clinical environment.
Help create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient.
Work collaboratively with the entire dental team to deliver exceptional care.

Requirements

Meet all state-specific dental assistant credentialing requirements for the duties assigned in the state of employment.
Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain before your start date.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A genuine commitment to patient care.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Positive, dependable and willing-to-learn attitude.
Previous dental assisting experience preferred, but qualified new dental assistants may be considered depending on the practice and state requirements.

Skills

Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Teamwork
Dental assisting

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Entry-level
Experienced

Salary/Compensations

$25-$30/hour

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Telemedicine
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount programs
Pet insurance
401k plan

About the Company

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Equal Opportunity

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com.