Dental Assistant

Massachusetts General Hospital is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing excellent patient care and for helping to create a positive, friendly and inviting atmosphere for our patients. We are looking for someone with a background in dental assisting, a strong customer service mindset, and a commitment to learning. To be successful in this role, you must be a certified dental assistant with a minimum of two years of experience in the field. You must also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be organized, and have a commitment to safety and compliance in all areas of practice. If you are passionate about providing excellent customer service and would like to join a team of world-class professionals, then we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the dentist with a variety of dental procedures, including preparation of materials and tools.
2. Provide excellent patient care and create a positive, friendly atmosphere for patients.
3. Maintain compliance with all safety and hygiene standards.
4. Ensure all instruments and materials are properly sterilized.
5. Take digital radiographs and maintain accurate records.
6. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
7. Assist in ordering dental supplies and maintaining inventory.
8. Manage patient appointments and schedules efficiently.
9. Follow all safety protocols and keep the treatment room sanitary.
10. Provide administrative support as needed.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Dental Assistant in Boston, MA, USA is $27,000 to $39,000 per year. This range includes salaries from entry-level to experienced professionals. The actual salary range for a particular job may vary depending on a variety of factors such as experience, education, certifications, and location.

Massachusetts General Hospital (Mass General or MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School located in the West End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It is the third-oldest general hospital in the United States and has a capacity of 999 beds. With Brigham and Women's Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Mass General Brigham (formerly known as Partners HealthCare), the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. Massachusetts General Hospital houses the largest hospital-based research program in the world, the Mass General Research Institute currently ranked as the eighth-best hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.