Full-Time
Dental Assistant
Star Dental Partners
Dental support organization for independent practices
Compensation Overview
$26 - $28/hr
Baltimore, MD, USA
In Person
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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- An active Maryland dental assistant EFDA license is required.
- A Maryland Radiology license is required.
- The ability to guide the doctor through multiple chairs is required.
- Dental assistant training or school certification is required.
- At least 2 years of clinical dental assisting experience is required.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods is required.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations is required.
- Experience with digital software is required.
- The role requires a friendly, patient-centric, timely, and reliable approach, along with the ability to work as a team player.
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including scanning and fabricating temporaries.
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control protocols.
- Take and develop dental X-rays as needed.
- Set up and break down treatment rooms before and after procedures.
- Provide patient education on proper oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
- Prepare and manage patient charts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
- Assist with taking dental impressions and preparing materials for dental appliances.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
- Welcome patients, ensure their comfort, and help ease anxiety during treatments.
- Adhere to all regulatory and safety standards in the practice.
- Complete other tasks as instructed.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Star Dental Partners is a dental support organization (DSO) that partners with dentists and their practices to handle non-clinical business operations while owners retain clinical autonomy. It provides shared services including recruiting, revenue cycle management and billing, human resources and payroll, IT, business analytics, and marketing and patient acquisition, allowing affiliated dentists to focus on care. The company operates across 13 states, primarily in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic U.S., supporting over 500 clinicians, and it retains a practice's existing staff when it partners in order to preserve local culture. What sets Star Dental Partners apart is its emphasis on preserving clinical and decision-making independence for partner dentists rather than consolidating ownership and control. The goal is to build lasting partnerships that give practices operational support while keeping dentists in charge of patient care.
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Headquarters
Plano, Texas
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Star posted active hiring in Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana during June 2026.
- Recent website updates emphasize acquisitions and joint ventures, showing continued roll-up ambition.
- January 2026 leadership changes focused on recruiting, retention, and clinical education, supporting growth.
What critics are saying
- June 2026 Waguespack v. Star Dental Partners alleged unpaid wages in Louisiana.
- The lawsuit sought $34,998 reimbursement, signaling compensation and compliance friction.
- Dentalcorp's July 2026 U.S. entry heightens competition for practice acquisitions in Florida.
What makes Star Dental Partners unique
- Plano-based DSO supports dentists across 13 states and 500-plus clinicians.
- Star Dental Partners keeps existing staff and owner clinical autonomy after partnerships.
- January 2026 promoted David Little as chief dental officer to strengthen doctor retention.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Short Term Disability
Continuing Education Investment
Paid Malpractice Insurance