Dental Assistant

About the Role

We’re a growing, patient‑focused dental office looking for the right person to join our team and help us deliver exceptional, detail‑oriented care to every patient we see.

**Pay negotiable and commensurate with experience

SEE APPLICATION PROCESS BELOW

Out ideal candidate would provide:

Chair-side Support

• Assist doctor during all dental procedures
• Anticipate doctor’s needs and follow directions
• Perform oral evaluations and take high-quality X-rays
• Help with lab tasks, including making provisionals

Patient Experience & Flow

• Keep appointments on time – aim for zero patient wait time
• Stay flexible and ready for changes in patient flow
• Be present, prepared, and engaged at every scheduled shift

Documentation & Charting

• Review charts before exams
• Log patient data and transcribe doctor notes during visits
• Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA standards and company safety protocols
• Clean and sterilize operatories and equipment before/after appointments

Patient Communication & Education

• Educate patients about procedures, products, and services
• Address patient questions and concerns
• Review and document patient health history and medications

Office & Team Support

• Schedule follow-up visits and assist with front office tasks as needed
• Support hygienists and fellow team members
• Track lab cases and follow up to ensure timely delivery
• Create NEAs for completed work daily

Supplies & Inventory

• Monitor dental supplies and place orders as directed using approved vendors

Other

• Complete assigned checklists and daily tasks
• Promote a positive, patient-focused environment
• Anticipate doctor’s needs and follow directions
• Perform oral evaluations and take high-quality X-rays
• Help with lab tasks, including making provisionals

Our Interview Process

To respect everyone’s time and create a more efficient hiring experience, our interview process is designed to move quickly.

Application Process

1. Qualified applicants should submit their resume along with one or more times they are available to attend an in person hiring event at our office.

2.Selected candidates will be invited to attend, where they will have the opportunity to learn more about our practice, meet members of our team, and participate in a group discussion and activities.

3. Finalists will be invited back for individual interviews and may be offered a working interview.

Because we reserve dedicated time and resources for each hiring event, we ask that applicants only provide times they are confident they can attend. Please email your resume and availability to mpitelka@eastlightdental.com

Thursday July 9th at 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM or 5:30 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person