Dental Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry·Chesapeake, Virginia
Commonwealth Dentistry·Chesapeake, Virginia
The Dental Assistant provides comprehensive clinical support during treatment procedures and manages infection control protocols. They are also responsible for patient education on oral hygiene and preparing dental materials and equipment.
We are seeking a Dental Assistant to join our growing, group practice. As a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work with a staff that goes above and beyond to support each other and deliver an unsurpassed dental experience for our patients. The duties of a dental assistant are among the most comprehensive and varied in the dental office. The dental assistant performs many tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills.
Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling) Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth) Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery Completes instrument cleaning & sterilization and post-op sanitization of treatment rooms Prepares dental materials and equipment as needed for the scheduled treatment Completes dental charting Other duties may be assigned Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred) 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Preferred candidates should have 2 years of dental assisting experience. An X-Ray Certification is also preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, dental assistant roles are commonly sought in private practices, group dental offices, and specialty clinics, where dependable clinical support helps keep patient flow on schedule. This role is competitive because employers look for candidates with the right certifications, dental terminology knowledge, hands-on equipment skills, and strong communication in a team setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credential fit and highlight time management experience in your application.
