This is not a typical dental assistant role.
We are a relationship-based, fee-for-service practice focused on comprehensive care and a high level of patient experience. We are looking for someone who is clinically strong, reliable, and takes ownership of their role without needing to be managed.
If you are someone who follows through, pays attention to details, and takes pride in doing things the right way, you will likely do well here.
Mission of the Role To support the doctors in delivering high-level dentistry while making sure every patient experience feels organized, calm, and well taken care of.
What success looks like Within the first 6 months, you are: -Keeping the schedule running smoothly without preventable delays -Assisting confidently in advanced procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, implants, and full mouth rehabilitation -Maintaining consistently high standards with setups, breakdowns, sterilization, and clinical support -Documenting accurately and staying organized in Dentrix without things being missed or forgotten -Following through on anything that needs to be completed without reminders -Helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their visit -Supporting financial conversations and collecting payments in a clear and professional way
Responsibilities -Provide exceptional chairside assistance during restorative, cosmetic, implant, surgical, endodontic, and other specialty procedures -Support patient comfort, education, and post-operative instructions -Anticipate the needs of the doctor and patient to ensure a calm, efficient, and refined clinical experience -Preparing operatories ahead of time so appointments start smoothly -Taking x-rays, photos, and maintaining accurate records -Keeping sterilization and infection control consistent and organized -Staying on top of clinical and administrative details in Dentrix -Ensure a smooth handoff between clinical and front office workflows to support a seamless patient experience -Accurately collect payments, review treatment details, and assist with patient checkout -Helping maintain flow and efficiency throughout the day
Competencies that matter here
Clinical confidence You are comfortable assisting in more complex procedures and can keep up without slowing things down
Follow-through If something needs to be done, you handle it. You don’t rely on reminders
Attention to detail You catch things before they become problems
Ownership You take responsibility for your role and the overall patient experience
Organization and Time Management You stay on top of tasks, notes, and systems, especially in Dentrix
Patient awareness You can tell when someone is nervous and adjust how you communicate
Communication You are able to consistently and confidently communicate with a warm, professional presence
This won’t work if -You need constant direction or reminders -You’re used to doing the minimum and moving on -You get overwhelmed easily when things get busy -You are not comfortable stepping into more advanced dentistry
This is a great fit if -You take pride in your work -You like being part of higher-level dentistry -You follow through and finish what you start -You care about patients, not just procedures -You want to grow and be part of a strong team -You are able to thrive in a high-expectation, team-oriented environment -You are able to take criticism
About our office We focus on quality, relationships, and doing things the right way. We are not a high-volume office.
Our patients expect a high level of care and experience, and we expect the same from our team.
Compensation and Benefits -Competitive compensation based on experience -Paid time off -Paid sick leave -Health insurance stipend -Profit sharing opportunities / Performance-based bonuses -Continuing education support and growth opportunities
