Experience assisting in a dental clinical setting with chairside support and infection control responsibilities.
Current dental radiography certification, or ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
Current hands-on Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association.
Ability to meet Rhode Island Department of Health requirements for dental assistants performing reversible intraoral procedures.
A valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds using proper techniques, operate dental and office equipment, apply fine motor skills, and maintain visual acuity for detailed clinical work.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching are required.
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for scheduled procedures.
Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipate provider needs, and keep patients comfortable.
Perform authorized reversible intraoral procedures under appropriate dentist supervision in accordance with Rhode Island Department of Health regulations.
Sterilize and process instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control standards from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Prepare and expose dental radiographs and ensure images are ready for diagnosis.
Monitor, store, and safely handle clinical supplies and hazardous materials.
Travel to community and mobile clinic sites to support outreach dental services.
Maintain patient confidentiality and deliver a positive patient experience.
Travel between locations.
Desired Qualifications
Completion of a Dental Assistant program.
Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board.
Prior experience in community-based or mobile dental clinics.
Attention to detail.
Clear communication.
Clinical adaptability.
Patient confidentiality.
Team collaboration.
Regulatory compliance.
We're looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team and help deliver safe, high-quality dental care across clinic-based and community/mobile settings. You'll work directly alongside dentists and hygienists, play a key role in patient experience, and ensure our clinical environments meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for scheduled procedures
Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipating provider needs and keeping patients comfortable
Perform authorized reversible intraoral procedures under appropriate dentist supervision per RIDOH regulations
Sterilize and process instruments and equipment per infection control standards (OSHA/CDC)
Prepare and expose dental radiographs and ensure images are ready for diagnosis
Monitor, store, and handle clinical supplies and hazardous materials safely
Travel to community and mobile clinic sites to support outreach dental services
Maintain patient confidentiality and deliver a consistently positive patient experience
Required
Experience assisting in a dental clinical setting with chairside support and infection control responsibilities
Current dental radiography certification (or can obtain within three months of hire)
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association, hands-on)
Ability to meet RIDOH requirements for dental assistants performing reversible intraoral procedures
Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle
Preferred
Completion of a Dental Assistant program
Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)
Prior experience in community-based or mobile dental clinics
Skills & competencies
Attention to detail
Clear communication
Clinical adaptability
Patient confidentiality
Team collaboration
Regulatory compliance
Physical requirements
This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs using proper techniques, operate dental and office equipment, apply fine motor skills, and maintain visual acuity for detailed clinical work. Travel between locations is required.