Dental Assistant

Hero Practice Services·Washington, District of Columbia

$20 - $28/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Dental Assistant · $20 - $28/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-58% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Washington, District of Columbia ($47.87/hr, n=48)

39 similar openings in the Washington area · median $27.00/hr

$18.40/hr · p10p90 · $145/hr

this role: $20.00/hrmedian $47.87/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 48 posted dental roles in Washington, District of Columbia rates. This role sits in the 9th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 58% below the Washington, District of Columbia median for dental roles.

The Dental Assistant will support dentists and hygienists by collecting patient records, taking radiographs, and maintaining a clean, sterile environment. They are also responsible for educating patients and parents on oral health while ensuring accurate chart documentation.

Become a Hero and join us on our mission to help underserved kids!
Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities
PTO and paid holidays
Career growth within your practice and the region
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K & more

Adventure Dental & Vision in Washington, DC, is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients.

Pay range: $20-$28/hr

Job Responsibilities
Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist
Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed
Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health
Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children

Job Qualifications
Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
Current BLS CPR certification

In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.

Requirements

Candidates must have radiology training that meets state requirements and a current BLS CPR certification. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced dental office environment are essential.

professional certificate
Multi-tasking
Sterilization
Interpersonal skills
Patient education
Patient record documentation
Dental radiography
BLS CPR certification
OSHA standards compliance
E-clinical works

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Career growth
Monthly bonus opportunities

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $28/hr
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted: Aug 6, 2026
Application: Employer website

Dental assistants are in steady demand

In the District of Columbia, dental assistant roles are commonly competitive because employers often look for current radiology training, BLS CPR certification, and prior dental office experience. Familiarity with e-Clinical Works can help you stand out, especially in practices that want support with both chairside care and front-office workflow. This platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time; review the summary carefully and confirm your certifications and software experience before applying.