Experienced Dental Assistant

Position Overview: We're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant who is dependable, adaptable, and passionate about providing exceptional patient care. As a busy, growing, doctor-owned and operated, multi-office endodontic practice, Commonwealth Endodontics offers the opportunity to build specialized clinical skills while working alongside a collaborative team in a fast-paced specialty environment. This position is ideal for someone who is adaptable, eager to learn, and comfortable balancing efficiency with compassionate patient care. Working alongside our doctors, you'll have the opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge and develop specialized skills in endodontics while helping patients through some of their most urgent dental needs. While endodontic experience is not required, experience in general dentistry, oral surgery, periodontics, or another dental specialty is highly valued. Schedule: Days: Monday - Thursday Hours: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM Key Responsibilities: - Assisting with endodontic procedures, including endodontic microsurgery, IV conscious sedation, and general anesthesia sedation - Setting up and breaking down operatories - Preparing patients for treatment - Sterilization duties - End-of-day responsibilities - Maintaining HIPAA and OSHA compliance - Supporting a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients and staff Position Requirements: - Current Radiology Certification (required) - Current BLS/CPR Certification (required) - Four-handed dental assisting experience (required) - Knowledge of endodontic procedures (preferred) - Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and team members (required) - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail (required) - Ability to operate all basic office equipment (required) - Ability to read and write proficiently (required) - Manual dexterity for data entry (required) - Ability to lift at least 20 pounds (required) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: - 401(k) - Bereavement leave - Cash balance pension plan - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Travel reimbursement - Uniform allowance - Vision insurance Application Question(s): - How many years of experience do you have as a dental assistant? Please also note any experience you have assisting with endodontic procedures. - Do you have any restrictions within the scheduled days/hours listed? - This position is located at our West End office location (Address: 3107 Hungary Spring Rd, Richmond VA 23228). Are you able to reliably commute to this office? Work Location: In person