Dental Assistant

Experienced Dental Assistant — Join Our Mission to Heal the Body Through Dentistry

Port Warwick Dental Arts is seeking a top-notch Dental Assistant to join our leading-edge holistic and biological dental practice devoted to total patient health. In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with our exceptional doctor and team to deliver innovative, compassionate, and truly life-changing care to our community and beyond.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to grow in a world-class practice that values education, professional development, and a deep commitment to healing through biological and functional dentistry. We are also known for our beauty in cosmetic dentistry.

As a Clinical Assistant in our practice, you’ll thrive in an environment that encourages learning, collaboration and excellence—all while putting patients first. You’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology, continuous training, and the camaraderie of a team that works with heart and purpose. If you’re passionate about healing, whole-body wellness, and elevating the standard of patient care, we’d love to meet you.

• A holistic and biological approach to dentistry that supports total wellness, beauty, and function
• A leadership role in Total Health Dentistry
  , emphasizing the vital connection between the mouth and body
• A positive, growth-minded team of internally motivated and optimistic individuals
• A balanced schedule with Friday afternoons off
• A supportive, patient-centered environment focused on healing and prevention

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded education and training, providing youtheopportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

• Mercury-free and mercury-safe dentistry
• Leading-edge surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapies
• Advanced biological oral surgeries with regenerative tissue protocols
• Natural methods of healing and airway development—from infancy through adulthood
• Clear aligner and traditional orthodontics, sleep dentistry, and comprehensive cosmetic and reconstructive care

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• VA x-ray certification
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

• 4+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)…