Dental Assistant / Dental Assistant in Training
East Bay Community Action Program·Newport, Rhode Island
East Bay Community Action Program·Newport, Rhode Island
Provide chairside assistance to dentists and hygienists while preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments. Support outreach dental services by traveling to community and mobile clinic sites to ensure high-quality patient care.
Description We're looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team and help deliver safe, high-quality dental care across clinic-based and community/mobile settings. You'll work directly alongside dentists and hygienists, play a key role in patient experience, and ensure our clinical environments meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.
What You'll Do Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for scheduled procedures Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipating provider needs and keeping patients comfortable Perform authorized reversible intraoral procedures under appropriate dentist supervision per RIDOH regulations Sterilize and process instruments and equipment per infection control standards (OSHA/CDC) Prepare and expose dental radiographs and ensure images are ready for diagnosis Monitor, store, and handle clinical supplies and hazardous materials safely Travel to community and mobile clinic sites to support outreach dental services Maintain patient confidentiality and deliver a consistently positive patient experience
Completion of a Dental Assistant program Experience assisting in a dental clinical setting with chairside support and infection control responsibilities Current dental radiography certification (or can obtain within three months of hire) Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association, hands-on) Ability to meet RIDOH requirements for dental assistants performing reversible intraoral procedures Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle Preferred
Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Prior experience in community-based or mobile dental clinics Skills & competencies Attention to detail Clear communication Clinical adaptability Patient confidentiality Team collaboration Regulatory compliance This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs using proper techniques, operate dental and office equipment, apply fine motor skills, and maintain visual acuity for detailed clinical work. Travel between locations is required.
Subsidized, comprehensive medical (BCBSRI) and dental (Delta Dental) insurance plans Supplemental vision insurance (Delta Dental) Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan Employer-paid life insurance Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time Mileage reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Employer-paid professional development Employee assistance program
Requires completion of a Dental Assistant program, current BLS certification, and a valid driver's license. Candidates must be able to obtain dental radiography certification and meet RIDOH requirements for intraoral procedures.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in Rhode Island are typically driven by steady patient flow in private practices and group clinics, with bilingual Spanish-English candidates often standing out in local hiring. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a high school diploma or GED, X-ray and CPR/BLS certification, and preferably formal dental assisting training; benefits commonly include health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and employee assistance support. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time reviewing details.
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