Dental Assistant — Short Pump

Job overview

The Dental Assistant — Short Pump role is onsite in Henrico, VA, with typical hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday; the posting also notes weekend work is required. Pay is $18–$25 per hour, based on experience. The assistant supports Virginia Family Dentistry’s Short Pump team of doctors, hygienists, clinical staff, and administrative staff. This role helps the dental team deliver patient-focused care by assisting chairside, preparing treatment areas and appointments, and supporting safe, timely clinical operations.

What you'll do

• Provide chairside assistance
• take X-rays
• stock, organize, and disinfect operatories
• sterilize instruments and follow infection-control protocols
• prepare supplies and materials for appointments
• enter treatment plans
• coordinate schedules and patient follow-up
• track lab work
• order supplies
• and assist hygienists and administrative staff as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

short pump

henrico va

virginia family dentistry

full-time

day schedule

$18–$25/hr

chairside assistance

dental x-rays

infection control

patient appointments

dental practice

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) profit sharing
• dental and orthodontic care
• health and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• paid uniforms
• disability and life insurance
• wellness benefits
• continuing education.

Why this role

The posting lists a pay range of $18–$25 per hour and benefits including 401(k) profit sharing, dental and orthodontic care, health and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, paid uniforms, disability and life insurance, wellness benefits, and continuing education.

About the employer

Virginia Family Dentistry is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.