Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Title:

Dental Assistant – Direct Service Associate II
Position Code: 49052-FP
FLSA:
Nonexempt
Pay Band: 02 – $25/hr
Position Number: 280W1208
Agency:
Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr

Location:

Fairfax County – 059

Employment Type:

Part Time (Telework options subject to change)

• Assist the dentist in patient care and maintain office operations.
• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Take vital signs, assist with X‑rays under supervision, and ensure patient comfort during procedures.
• Pass instruments, suction fluids, and support the dentist throughout procedures.
• Perform four‑handed dentistry principles and coordinate front‑desk activities.
• Make and receive telephone calls regarding dental services.
• Schedule appointments and manage recall systems.
• Maintain inventory, supplies, and material safety data sheets.
• Adhere to infection control and biohazard protocols, including instrument sterilization.
• Input and manage patient records using electronic dental office software.
• Support laboratory case records and participate in expanded duties as delegated by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Knowledge and skills in four‑handed dentistry principles.
• Experience with dental office practice management procedures.
• Proficiency with basic computer software (Microsoft Office) and dental electronic software.
• Ability to expose diagnostic X‑rays.
• Understanding of legal and ethical aspects of clinical practice.
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Training in dental assisting.
• Certification in X‑ray use.
• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current immunization record (tetanus, HEP‑B, etc.) or documented immunity.
• Current TB testing or chest X‑ray.

• Certified Dental Assisting credential from the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
• Graduate from an accredited dental assisting program by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
• Experience in dental assisting and/or dental office management related to quality assurance, inventory control of patient records, and recare systems.
• Experience in dental health care management in an educational setting.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), providing reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity for employment purposes.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, education verification, and credit checks relevant to employment. Selected candidates may also be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.

Posting Number:  – 1 Position – Recruitment Type:
General Public - G – Position End Date (if temporary): (none). Job Open Date: 12/01/2025 – Job Close Date: 01/26/2026 – Open Until Filled – Operation of a State Vehicle: n/a – Requires Supervision:
No – Required Travel:
No