Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Dental Assistant role is onsite in Mechanicsville, VA, and pays $21–$25 per hour. Elevate Smile Center seeks a caring assistant to support dental exams and procedures and help patients feel comfortable. The assistant prepares sterilized equipment, supports the dentist during care, records vital signs and medical histories, discusses care plans with patients, and schedules appointments. The role combines clinical assistance with patient communication and office support.

What you'll do

• Prepare sterilized equipment
• welcome patients into the treatment area
• take vital signs and record medical history
• assist the dentist during exams and procedures
• discuss care plans and answer patient questions
• follow health and safety regulations and office policies
• schedule appointments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

mechanicsville va

elevate smile center

onsite

full-time

$21–$25/hr

x-ray certification

dental procedures

patient care

appointment scheduling

paid time off

flexible scheduling

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• flexible scheduling
• career advancement opportunities
• competitive compensation.

Why this role

X-ray certification and previous dental assistant experience are required. The posting says a degree is not required; paid time off, flexible scheduling, and advancement opportunities are listed.

About the employer

Elevate Smile Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.