Dental Assistant
Excel Dental Methuen·Methuen, Massachusetts
Excel Dental Methuen·Methuen, Massachusetts
The role involves greeting patients, providing chair side assistance during dental procedures, and taking radiographs. Additionally, the assistant is responsible for sterilizing instruments and maintaining compliance with CDC, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
Description EXCEL DENTAL WWW.OUREXCELDENTAL.COM Excel Dental is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team.
Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, trustworthy and has a positive attitude.
We are looking for a long-term team member who we can trust and bring a caring, positive attitude to our practice.
Essential Responsibilities: (Not a Complete List) Greet and prepare patients for treatment Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
Chair side assisting during a variety of dental procedures Take radiographs and intra-oral pictures.
Provide patient instructions and education on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health and provide instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments Maintain strict compliance with infection control, CDC, OSHA and HIPPA Maintain dental supply inventory and perform other job related duties Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
Market context
Dental assistant openings in Massachusetts are often competitive, especially when employers want ADA certification, CPR, and experience with dental implants. These roles typically stand out for candidates who can handle chairside support, patient prep, and the physical demands of long shifts while working in a fast-paced clinical setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your implant experience and CPR status before applying.
