Dental Assistant for Accelerated Hygiene – Tuesdays Only

Overview
We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Dental Assistant to support our Accelerated Assisted Hygiene Program. This position works directly with our dental hygienist to help maintain an efficient patient flow while providing an exceptional patient experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys staying busy, multitasking, and being an essential part of a collaborative team. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate the needs of both the hygienist and doctor throughout the day.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare hygiene operatories before the start of the day
• Escort patients to treatment rooms and help them feel comfortable
• Review and update medical histories
• Discuss and document patient concerns and chief complaints
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and scans as needed
• Assist Dr. Chan during hygiene exams
• Communicate patient findings and treatment recommendations to the front desk team
• Turn over and disinfect treatment rooms efficiently between patients
• Maintain sterilization and infection control standards
• Monitor and restock hygiene supplies throughout the day
• Help keep the hygiene schedule running smoothly and on time

Qualifications:

• Maryland Dental Radiation Certification (Required)
• Minimum 1-2 years of dental assisting experience
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Positive attitude and team-first mentality
• Experience with Dentrix and iTero scanning is a plus

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

This position is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys working closely with a hygienist
• Takes initiative without needing constant direction
• Can quickly adapt to schedule changes
• Is dependable, punctual, and professional
• Understands the importance of patient flow and efficiency

What We Offer:

• Consistent weekly schedule (Tuesdays only)
• Supportive and experienced team
• Modern technology and digital workflow
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Positive work environment focused on quality patient care

If you are looking for a part-time opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact and help support a successful accelerated hygiene program, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Every Tuesday
• 6:35 AM – 4:00 PM

License/Certification:

• Maryland Dental Radiation Certification (Required)

Work Location: In Person

Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold a Maryland Dental Radiation Certification?
• Are you available to work every Tuesday from approximately 6:35 AM to 4:00 PM?
• Are you looking for a position that is one day per week?
• Have you taken digital dental radiographs independently?
• Have you worked in a general dentistry office before?
• Are you able to reliably commute to Gaithersburg, MD every Tuesday?

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person