Dental Assistant
- Sterling, Virginia, United States
- Doctors
- Part-Time
- On-Site
- 27-28 USD / Hour
Job Description:
Are you a patient-first professional who loves turning great service into booked treatment? Our modern, patient-centered dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant who blends clinical excellence with standout customer service and closing skills. If you’re focused, organized, and eager to learn fast, we’d love to meet you!
Key Responsibilities
- Chairside Excellence: Prepare rooms, assist during procedures, take digital X-rays/impressions, sterilize instruments, and uphold OSHA/CDC standards.
- Patient Experience & Education: Greet warmly, set expectations, explain procedures, and answer questions with empathy to build trust.
- Case Acceptance & Closing: Support the dentist and front desk to present next steps, address objections, and encourage patients to start/complete treatment.
- Treatment & Scheduling Support: Review treatment plans, help coordinate follow-ups, support financial conversations, and guide patients to book.
- Workflow & Organization: Maintain a spotless, well-stocked operatory; document accurately in the PMS; stay on time and on task.
- Growth Mindset: Learn fast, take feedback, and cross-train across front and back office as needed.
✅ Qualifications
- Prior dental assisting experience (formal U.S. training/certification is a plus, not required).
- We welcome candidates who are dentists trained outside the U.S. or experienced dentists from other countries pursuing a clinical/assisting pathway.
- Strong customer interaction and sales closing skills with a calm, professional demeanor.
- Focused, quick learner, organized, punctual—and proud of it.
- Familiarity with common dental software, digital X-rays, sterilization protocols, and basic charting.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, growth-oriented practice, we grow when you grow
- Hands-on mentorship and cross-training (front office, treatment coordination)
- A culture that values authenticity, efficiency, and patient care
- Clear pathways to expanded responsibilities based on performance
Schedule & Compensation
- Job Type: Part-time
- Expected Hours: 20–30 hours/week
- Pay Rate: $27–$28 per hour + profit sharing
- Location: In person
If you’re ready to deliver outstanding care, guide patients with confidence, and grow your career, apply today, let’s create exceptional experiences, one smile at a time.