Dental Assistant

Job Title
Dental Assistant
Job Summary
Assists dentist, sets up equipment, prepares patients' for treatment, and keeps records.
General Accountabilities
Prepares patient, sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays,
prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures.
Records treatment information in patient records.
Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays.
Takes and records patients medical and dental histories and vital signs.
Assists dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
Orders and monitors dental supplies and equipment inventory .
Fabricates temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Pours, trims, and polishes study casts.
Cleans and polishes removable appliances.
*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Job Qualifications
Education: Post-secondary certificate from an accredited dental assistant program
Experience: +5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills Instructing Service orientation Monitoring
Social perceptiveness
Critical thinking

Brookline Dental Specialists is a leading multi-specialty dental practice based in Brookline, Massachusetts, offering comprehensive care for patients of all ages under one roof.

The practice brings together general dentists, pediatric dentists, orthodontists, periodontists, and endodontists who collaborate closely to deliver coordinated, high-quality care without the need for outside referrals.

They focus on patient-centered treatment, combining preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and advanced procedures with modern technology like digital imaging, same-day crowns, and 3D scanning to improve accuracy and convenience.

With two locations, extended hours, and a strong emphasis on comfort, education, and communication, the practice is designed to provide a seamless, stress-free dental experience for individuals and families.