The Smilist·Radnor Township, Pennsylvania
The Dental Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for treatment and assisting doctors to ensure efficient, high-quality dental care. They must maintain a sterile environment and manage operatory supply levels.
At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.
Key
Responsibilities: Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment Escort patients to and from the front desk Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed Other duties as assigned by management
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year Must have an active PA x-ray license EFDA preferred, but not required Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently Attention to detail and a positive attitude
Competitive compensation - $2,500 sign on bonus Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more! Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients
Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday - no weekends!
$23.00-$30.00/hour (based on experience and license) Location: Wayne, PA The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Dental Assistant and hold an active PA x-ray license. Proficiency in Dentrix and EFDA certification are preferred.
Market context
Dental assisting roles in Pennsylvania are often competitive because practices look for candidates who can support chairside care, scheduling, and patient flow while meeting certification and scheduling requirements. For this role, DANB and CPR certification, Microsoft Office skills, rotating Saturday availability, and willingness to travel between locations can help you stand out; one practical step is to confirm those details and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which are pulled from the original posting to save research time.
