Dental Assistant
Company: Communityfirstdental
Location: Sterling
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Are you a patient-first
professional who loves turning great service into booked treatment?
Our modern, patient-centered dental practice is seeking a Dental
Assistant who blends clinical excellence with standout customer
service and closing skills. If you’re focused, organized, and eager
to learn fast, we’d love to meet you! Key Responsibilities
Chairside Excellence: Prepare rooms, assist during procedures, take
digital X-rays/impressions, sterilize instruments, and uphold
OSHA/CDC standards. Patient Experience & Education: Greet warmly,
set expectations, explain procedures, and answer questions with
empathy to build trust. Case Acceptance & Closing: Support the
dentist and front desk to present next steps, address objections,
and encourage patients to start/complete treatment. Treatment &
Scheduling Support: Review treatment plans, help coordinate
follow-ups, support financial conversations, and guide patients to
book. Workflow & Organization: Maintain a spotless, well-stocked
operatory; document accurately in the PMS; stay on time and on
task. Growth Mindset: Learn fast, take feedback, and cross-train
across front and back office as needed. Qualifications Prior dental
assisting experience (formal U.S. training/certification is a plus,
not required). We welcome candidates who are dentists trained
outside the U.S. or experienced dentists from other countries
pursuing a clinical/assisting pathway. Strong customer interaction
and sales closing skills with a calm, professional demeanor.
Focused, quick learner, organized, punctual—and proud of it.
Familiarity with common dental software, digital X-rays,
sterilization protocols, and basic charting. What We Offer A
welcoming, growth-oriented practice, we grow when you grow Hands-on
mentorship and cross-training (front office, treatment
coordination) A culture that values authenticity, efficiency, and
patient care Clear pathways to expanded responsibilities based on
performance Schedule & Compensation Job Type: Part-time Expected
Hours: 20–30 hours/week Pay Rate: $27–$28 per hour profit sharing
Location: In person If you’re ready to deliver outstanding care,
guide patients with confidence, and grow your career, apply today,
let’s create exceptional experiences, one smile at a time.
Keywords: Communityfirstdental, Bethesda , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Sterling, Maryland
