Dental Assistant - Full Time
Community Dental | Biddeford, Maine
Build Your Career While Making a Difference
Community Dental is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Biddeford. Whether you're an experienced dental professional or someone interested in developing new skills in the dental field, we offer a supportive environment focused on patient care, professional development, and teamwork.
As a mission-driven organization, we are committed to improving oral health within our community while providing our employees with a positive workplace and exceptional work-life balance.
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
Work Schedule
Full-Time Position
- Four 10-hour shifts per week
- Monday through Thursday
- Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- No Friday, evening, or weekend shifts
Enjoy a consistent schedule and a three-day weekend every week.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting both providers and patients throughout the treatment process.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist dentists during clinical procedures using four-handed dental techniques
- Set up treatment rooms and prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for patient care
- Take dental radiographs in accordance with safety standards and regulations
- Maintain sterilization procedures and infection prevention protocols
- Provide patients with oral health education and post-treatment care instructions
- Record patient information accurately within Dentrix practice management software
- Help maintain efficient patient flow throughout the day
- Support administrative and front office functions when needed
- Foster a professional, welcoming, and team-oriented atmosphere for patients and coworkers
What We're Looking For
We welcome candidates who are eager to contribute to a collaborative dental team and committed to providing excellent patient care.
Preferred qualifications:
- Prior dental assisting experience is beneficial but not required
- Understanding of dental terminology, radiography, and infection control practices
- Familiarity with medical terminology is helpful
- Experience working in pediatric dentistry and/or endodontics is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Positive attitude, reliability, and strong attention to detail
- Desire to learn, grow, and expand professional skills
Training & Professional Growth
Community Dental is committed to helping team members advance their careers.
Educational support opportunities may be available for:
- Dental Radiographer Licensing
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification
- Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) training
Benefits Package
Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- 136 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Bereavement Leave
- Free On-Site Parking
Become Part of Our Team
At Community Dental, you'll work alongside caring professionals who are passionate about improving the health and well-being of our patients and neighbors. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive practice where you can grow professionally and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Location: Biddeford, ME (In-Person)
Position Type: Full-Time
Community Dental is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
