Experienced Dental Assistant — $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job overview

The Experienced Dental Assistant role is onsite in Rutland, VT, with pay of $22.40–$36.53 per hour. The posting identifies a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, paid in two installments. The dental team supports Community Health’s accessible healthcare services for individuals and families in Rutland and southern Addison counties. The assistant works with dentists and the dental care team to provide safe, efficient care to patients of all ages. Preparing rooms and instruments, assisting during procedures, maintaining infection control, and helping patients feel comfortable support a positive and reliable patient experience.

What you'll do

• Assist dentists during examinations and treatment procedures
• prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• take dental radiographs and impressions as directed
• mix and prepare dental materials
• obtain and update medical and dental histories
• clean and disinfect rooms
• sterilize instruments and handpieces
• help patients feel welcomed and informed
• collaborate with the dental team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

experienced dental assistant

full-time

onsite

rutland vt

community health

dental care

patient care

dental radiographs

sterilization

infection control

$22.40–$36.53/hr

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA option
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and 100% vesting
• wellness program
• professional development opportunities
• sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.

Why this role

Previous hands-on dental assistant experience required; high school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, procedures, and infection control; eligible new hires may receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus, split between six months and one year of employment.

About the employer

Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.