Dental Assistant - Community First Dental - Sterling, VA

Are you a patient-first professional who loves turning great service into booked treatment? Our modern, patient-centered dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant who blends clinical excellence with standout customer service and closing skills. If you’re focused, organized, and eager to learn fast, we’d love to meet you! Key Responsibilities Chairside Excellence: Prepare rooms, assist during procedures, take digital X-rays/impressions, sterilize instruments, and uphold OSHA/CDC standards. Patient Experience & Education: Greet warmly, set expectations, explain procedures, and answer questions with empathy to build trust. Case Acceptance & Closing: Support the dentist and front desk to present next steps, address objections, and encourage patients to start/complete treatment. Treatment & Scheduling Support: Review treatment plans, help coordinate follow-ups, support financial conversations, and guide patients to book. Workflow & Organization: Maintain a spotless, well-stocked operatory; document accurately in the PMS; stay on time and on task. Growth Mindset: Learn fast, take feedback, and cross-train across front and back office as needed. ✅ Qualifications Prior dental assisting experience (formal U.S. training/certification is a plus, not required). We welcome candidates who are dentists trained outside the U.S. or experienced dentists from other countries pursuing a clinical/assisting pathway. Strong customer interaction and sales closing skills with a calm, professional demeanor. Focused, quick learner, organized, punctual—and proud of it. Familiarity with common dental software, digital X-rays, sterilization protocols, and basic charting. What We Offer A welcoming, growth-oriented practice, we grow when you grow Hands-on mentorship and cross-training (front office, treatment coordination) A culture that values authenticity, efficiency, and patient care Clear pathways to expanded responsibilities based on performance Schedule & Compensation Job Type: Part-time Expected Hours: 20–30 hours/week Pay Rate: $27–$28 per hour + profit sharing Location: In person If you’re ready to deliver outstanding care, guide patients with confidence, and grow your career, apply today, let’s create exceptional experiences, one smile at a time.

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