Posted August 13, 2026
Dental Assistant
Pearl Family Dental
Fredericksburg, VA, US
Full Time
22USD - 28USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
Pearl Family Dental is seeking an experienced, dependable, and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our team.
We are looking for someone who is confident working in a busy clinical environment, communicates well with patients and coworkers, and can provide efficient chairside support to the dentist.
Qualifications
- Hands-on Dental Assistant experience in a clinical dental setting required
- Experience assisting with restorative and surgical procedures
- Comfortable taking digital dental X-rays
- Strong knowledge of infection control, sterilization, and instrument organization
- Excellent communication and patient-care skills
- Reliable, organized, and able to work well as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures, including:
- Restorative dentistry
- Surgical procedures
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Hygiene-related treatments
- Take high-quality dental X-rays and ensure proper documentation in patient charts
- Set up and break down treatment rooms
- Sterilize, organize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
- Greet and prepare patients for treatment
- Review and update patient health histories
- Help keep patients comfortable throughout their visits
- Provide post-treatment instructions as directed by the dentist
- Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient clinical environment
Compensation
- Pay is based on experience
- Competitive compensation available for highly experienced candidates
We are looking for someone interested in becoming a valued, long-term member of our dental team.
To apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your dental assisting experience.
