Dental Assistant | Full-Time | Boston

Compensation & Benefits Include:

• $23–$25 per hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-funded pension & life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave
• Professional development opportunities

The Opportunity:

Whittier Street Health Center is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our busy dental department. In this role, you’ll provide chairside support to Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Students, while also assisting with patient education and administrative tasks. This is a full-time opportunity to grow your career in dentistry while making a direct impact on the health of Boston’s diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for treatment and provide comfort throughout their visit
• Assist providers during exams and procedures, including four-handed dentistry
• Sterilize instruments, set up/clean workstations, and maintain supplies
• Take and process radiographs
• Mix and prepare dental materials (amalgams, cements, impressions, etc.)
• Record exam findings and treatment procedures in patient charts
• Support patient scheduling, recalls, and insurance processing
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care

Requirements:

• High school diploma or higher
• Completion of a dental assisting training program or minimum 1 year of experience
• Active Massachusetts Dental Assistant License
• Massachusetts Radiology Certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
• Strong chairside assistance skills and familiarity with dental terminology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental charting systems
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population and team

Join Our Team!

Whittier Street Health Center is dedicated to advancing health equity and delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where every team member contributes to improving the health and well-being of our community. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting?

License/Certification:

• Massachusetts Dental Assistant License (Required)
• Massachusetts Radiology Certification (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person