Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

The Smilist·Reading, Pennsylvania

$25 - $28/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant · $25 - $28/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-25% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Pennsylvania ($33.28/hr, n=813)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 813 posted dental roles in Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 36th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 25% below the Pennsylvania median for dental roles.

The Expanded Functions Dental Assistant will assist doctors during dental procedures and maintain a clean, sterile environment for patients. They are also responsible for preparing tray setups, managing supply levels, and escorting patients to and from the front desk.

About Us

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 Expanded Functions 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

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year Must have EFDA license 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

What We Offer

Competitive compensation 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

Position Details

Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday and rotating Saturdays

Salary Range

$25.00-$28.00/hour Location: Reading, 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.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Dental Assistant and hold an active EFDA license. Proficiency in dental instruments and procedures is required, with preference given to those familiar with Dentrix software.

professional certificate
Teamwork
Multitasking
Communication
Sterilization
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Dentrix
EFDA
Patient preparation
Dental assisting
Tray setup

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Professional growth opportunities
Continuing education

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25 - $28/hr
Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Closes: Nov 8, 2026
Application: Employer website

Dental assisting demand in Pennsylvania

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