Dental Assistant in Portland, ME

Maine Dentistry, voted "Best Place to Work in Maine" in 2021, 2022, and 2023, is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant in Portland, ME. If you value a healthy work/life balance, a positive and collaborative work environment, and providing excellent patient care, you may be a good fit for our team.

Benefits:

401(k) and 401(k) matching (up to 4%)
Production bonus
Up to 4 weeks of paid time off
7-9 paid holidays per year
$500/month stipend for healthcare expenses
Paid CEU opportunities and training
Team outings and events

License/Certifications:

Current CPR/BLS certification (Preferred)
Radiology Certification (Required)
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience (Preferred)
iTero: 1 year (Preferred)
CEREC: 1 year (Preferred)

Key Responsibilities/Qualifications:

Provide exceptional chairside assistance to dentists during a variety of dental procedures.
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and operatory, ensuring a safe and clean environment.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care.
Maintain accurate patient records and manage digital dental photography.
Proficient in Dentrix software and digital photography.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Adaptable and self-motivated, with a drive for continuous learning.
Team-oriented with an openness to feedback and growth.
Experience or interest in physiologic/neuromuscular dentistry is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Do you have at least 1 year of dental assisting experience?

License/Certification:

Radiology Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Maine Dentistry - Do Dental Differently

New Jobs

Dental Assistant