Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Scarborough, ME
Sweet Dental is a family-centered dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional restorative and preventive dental care in a warm, welcoming environment. We take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a supportive, collaborative, and fun workplace for our team. We are looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. If you're passionate about dentistry, enjoy building lasting relationships with patients, and thrive in a positive, team-oriented practice, we'd love to hear from you. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of chairside dental assisting experience Current State of Maine Dental Radiography License Experience with Dentrix practice management software Strong communication and organizational skills Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing outstanding patient care A positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively with the entire team Responsibilities Assist the dentist during restorative and preventive dental procedures Take high-quality digital dental radiographs Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment Accurately document treatment and maintain patient records in Dentrix Follow sterilization and infection control protocols Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care as directed Help create a comfortable, welcoming experience for every patient Perform other clinical duties as needed to support the practice Why Join Sweet Dental? Established, respected family dental practice with a loyal patient base Patient-focused philosophy emphasizing quality over quantity Friendly, experienced team that values collaboration, professionalism, and having fun at work Consistent MondayâThursday schedule with no evenings or weekends Office Hours MondayâThursday 7:00 a.m. â 4:30 p.m. Anticipated Start Date: early September, flexible If you are a hardworking, reliable dental assistant who always puts patients first and is looking for a practice where you can grow and make a difference, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming the newest member of the Sweet Dental family! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Application Question(s): What is your favorite part about working in the dental field? What are your strengths as a dental assistant? Experience: Chairside assisting: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person
