Dental Assistant - LM Farrey Dental DDS PLLC - Arlington, VA

Dental Assistant – Join Our Amazing Team! Full-Time or Part-Time | Arlington, VA Looking for a Dental Office That Feels Like Family? We’re a small, close-knit dental practice in Arlington that believes great dentistry starts with great relationships. We take pride in getting to know our patients, providing personalized care, and creating an office environment where both patients and team members feel welcome, comfortable, and valued. We’re looking for a friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented dental assistant who genuinely enjoys working with people and takes pride in doing things well. The right person for our office is someone who is kind, organized, proactive, and committed to making every patient’s experience a great one. We're flexible! We are open to hiring either a full-time or part-time dental assistant and are happy to discuss a schedule that works for the right candidate. We work hard, support one another, and believe that a positive attitude and a willingness to pitch in go a long way. If you enjoy being part of a team where everyone matters and the little details make a big difference, we’d love to meet you! What You'll Do As an important member of our team, you’ll help keep our practice running smoothly while ensuring our patients receive exceptional care. Clinical Responsibilities Assist the dentist during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques. Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials for patient care. Welcome patients, help them feel comfortable, and prepare them for treatments and examinations. Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment. Keep treatment rooms clean, stocked, and ready for the next patient. Provide patients with oral hygiene guidance and post-operative instructions as directed. Perform laboratory tasks and other clinical duties as needed. Follow all applicable infection control protocols and dental office regulations. Patient Care & Office Support Create a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our doors. Build positive relationships with patients and help them feel like part of our dental family. Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients about their visits and care. Assist with scheduling appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, and processing payments as needed. Anticipate the needs of the dentist and the team, helping the day run efficiently. Pitch in wherever needed to support your teammates and maintain a positive office environment. The Person We're Looking For We know that technical skills are important, but personality, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to help people are just as important to us. Our ideal candidate is: Friendly and personable: You enjoy meeting people, making connections, and helping patients feel at ease. Detail-oriented: You take pride in doing things correctly, keeping things organized, and noticing the little things that matter. Dependable: Your teammates can count on you to show up, follow through, and do your part. Proactive: You anticipate what needs to be done rather than waiting to be asked. A team player: You are happy to pitch in, support your coworkers, and contribute to a positive workplace. A great communicator: You are professional, approachable, and comfortable interacting with patients of all ages. Eager to learn: You welcome feedback, enjoy developing your skills, and take pride in your work. Qualifications At least two years of dental assisting experience required. Current dental X-ray certification required. Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and infection control protocols. Understanding of dental office health and safety standards. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Good computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate records. High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a dental assisting program preferred. Experience with coronal polishing or other permitted expanded functions is a plus. What We Offer A close-knit, supportive team where you are valued as an individual. A welcoming, positive work environment where we enjoy working together. Meaningful patient relationships in a practice that prioritizes personalized care. Flexible scheduling: Full-time or part-time opportunities. 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. Paid time off. Professional development assistance. The opportunity to grow your skills and become an integral part of a team that takes pride in its work. Position Details Job Type: Full-time or part-time. Location: Arlington, VA Work Setting: In-person Experience: Minimum of two years of dental assisting experience required. Certification: Current dental X-ray certification required. Interested in Joining Our Team? If you're a friendly, organized, and caring dental assistant who takes pride in providing excellent patient care and enjoys being part of a team that feels like family, we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for someone who will help us continue delivering the personalized, thoughtful dental care our patients know and love. Pay: $23.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person

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