Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Forty Fort, PA
Full-Time Dental Assistant About this Role We are a patient-centered Cosmetic and General Dentistry practice seeking a full-time, experienced Dental Assistant to fill the role of a longtime, high-performing team member who retired. This is a unique opportunity to step into an important position on our close-knit team, where your expertise will be valued from day one. We are a rapidly growing, non corporate, Private Dental Practice. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about delivering exceptional care. You'll be joining a collaborative, high-functioning environment that puts patient comfort, safety, and quality results first. In this role, you will Perform chair-side assisting to the Doctor Prepare, breakdown, disinfect, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments Maintain strict OSHA and HIPAA compliance Educate patients with post-treatment instructions and oral guidance following all procedures Take x-rays and impressions Manage dental supply inventory and ordering Review and update patient medical/ dental histories Access and document patientâs electronic dental records Assist with lab tasks and general office needs as required Qualifications Previous Dental Assisting experience recommended (not required) CPR and X-ray certifications required EFDA license is a plus Strong attention to detail and patient care Positive attitude and excellent communication skills Dependable and team- oriented People-oriented Results focused with strong performance culture Benefits (only eligible to full-time employees) Health insurance Dental insurance 401K Retirement Plan Paid time off Employee discount This Company Describes Its Culture as: Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative Schedule: Monday - Friday No weekends Day shift In person Pay Range Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors. $17.00-$25.00 per hour Why Join Our Practice? This role is available due to the retirement of a long-standing , high level assistant, you'll be stepping into a trusted and impactful position. A collaborative , growth-oriented environment where your work is valued. Exposure to both cosmetic and general dentistry. No weekends- enjoy a healthy work-life balance Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: EFDA Certification (Preferred) X-Ray Certification (Required) CPR Certification (Required) Work Location: In person
