Surgical/Restorative Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Surgical/Restorative Dental Assistant role is onsite in Boston, MA, and requires travel to support work in Lynnfield, MA as well. Compensation is $33–$40 per hour. The dental practice describes its work as patient-focused care with a commitment to clinical excellence and personalized service. The assistant supports dentists during surgical and restorative procedures and helps maintain safe, organized clinical operations. The role contributes to patient care by preparing instruments and treatment areas, assisting chairside, educating patients, and maintaining accurate records and supplies.

What you'll do

• Assist dentists during surgical and restorative procedures, including extractions, implants, sinus lifts, crown placements, and full-mouth reconstruction
• prepare and sterilize instruments, operatories, and equipment
• take and develop dental X-rays and digital radiographs as directed
• provide chairside assistance
• educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene
• maintain patient records and treatment documentation
• manage supplies and assist with ordering.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

surgical/restorative dental assistant

dental assisting

surgical dentistry

restorative dentistry

chairside assistance

dental x-rays

infection control

boston ma

lynnfield ma

travel required

33–40 per hour

dental assisting license

patient education

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k)
• employee discounts
• health insurance
• paid time off
• profit sharing.

Why this role

Dental assisting license required; Massachusetts radiology certification or X-ray licensure as required by the state. Travel between Boston and Lynnfield is required.

About the employer

WALID J DEHNI DMD PC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.