Dental Assistant
Department: Dental Assistants
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Williamsburg, VA
Reporting To: Sarah Hagen
Compensation: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour
Description
At Williamsburg Family Dental, we're proud to be an established practice built on lasting patient relationships and exceptional care. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable, valued, and confident in their treatment. We believe great dentistry starts with a supportive team, strong communication, and a shared commitment to putting patients first. If you're a Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative, patient-focused practice where your contributions make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable working chairside, values efficiency, and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.
Schedule Monday-Thursday 8-5; Friday 8-2
Key Responsibilities
Department: Dental Assistants
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Williamsburg, VA
Reporting To: Sarah Hagen
Compensation: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour
Description
At Williamsburg Family Dental, we're proud to be an established practice built on lasting patient relationships and exceptional care. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable, valued, and confident in their treatment. We believe great dentistry starts with a supportive team, strong communication, and a shared commitment to putting patients first. If you're a Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative, patient-focused practice where your contributions make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable working chairside, values efficiency, and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.
Schedule Monday-Thursday 8-5; Friday 8-2
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories in accordance with infection control protocols
- Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images
- Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately
- Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care
- Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization
- Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed
- Support front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient communication
- Minimum of 2 year of dental assisting experience required
- Experience with EagleSoft required
- Cross trained and willing to fill in at front office preferred
- X-ray certification (or ability to obtain per state requirements)
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- EFDA certification preferred (if applicable)
- Strong clinical and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and vision insurance options
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Modern technology and well-equipped operatories