Dental Assistant -Biddeford Saco Dental Associates

Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Benefits | Saco, Maine

Build Your Skills. Expand Your Experience. Be Part of Something Bigger.

Are you a Dental Assistant who loves variety, enjoys learning, and wants the opportunity to expand your clinical skills?

Biddeford Saco Dental Associates is looking for a motivated, dependable, and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our team.

We are a busy multi-specialty dental practice, which means our assistants have the opportunity to work in and learn from multiple areas of dentistry, including:

General Dentistry
Endodontics
Periodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontics

Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant or someone looking to continue developing your skills, our practice offers an environment where you can learn, cross-train, and grow.

Every day is different—and that's exactly what makes working here exciting.

What You'll Do

As a Dental Assistant at Biddeford Saco Dental Associates, you will play an important role in both the clinical team and the patient experience.

Your responsibilities may include:

Clinical Assisting

Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.
Review and prepare for the day's schedule.
Assist dentists and specialists during a wide variety of procedures.
Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures.
Maintain appropriate infection control and sterilization protocols.
Take dental radiographs as permitted by applicable regulations and credentials.
Assist with impressions, digital scanning, photographs, and other clinical procedures as appropriate.
Provide chairside assistance during restorative, surgical, endodontic, periodontal, pediatric, and orthodontic procedures.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Ensure operatories are properly stocked and prepared for the next patient.
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and practice protocols.

Patient Care

Our assistants are an important part of creating a positive patient experience.

You will:

Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable.
Explain procedures and answer questions within the scope of your role.
Help patients feel informed and supported throughout their visit.
Work compassionately with children, adults, and patients who may be anxious about dental treatment.
Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers when working with pediatric patients.
Provide appropriate post-operative and post-treatment instructions.
Recognize patient concerns and communicate them promptly to the dentist or appropriate team member.

Work Across Multiple Specialties

One of the most exciting aspects of this position is the opportunity to gain experience across multiple areas of dentistry.

General Dentistry

Assist with:

Restorative procedures
Crowns and bridges
Fillings
Extractions
Digital impressions/scanning
Preventive and diagnostic procedures

Endodontics

Gain exposure to:

Root canal therapy
Retreatment
Emergency endodontic care
Surgical endodontic procedures

Periodontics

Gain experience assisting with:

Periodontal treatment
Surgical procedures
Implant-related procedures
Periodontal maintenance and patient education

Pediatric Dentistry

Work with children and families while gaining experience with:

Pediatric restorative procedures
Extractions
Sealants
Space maintainers
Behavior management techniques
Treatment under nitrous oxide when applicable

Orthodontics

Gain exposure to:

Orthodontic records
Bonding and debonding
Appliance placement and removal
Adjustments
Retainers
Patient education

You don't have to know how to do everything on day one.

We value assistants who are curious, coachable, and excited to learn.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

Patient-Centered

You genuinely care about patients and want them to have a positive experience.

Team-Oriented

You understand that excellent dentistry requires everyone to work together. You are willing to help wherever needed and support your teammates.

Committed

You are dependable, take pride in your work, and follow through on your responsibilities.

Evolving

You are interested in learning new techniques, technology, procedures, and specialties.

Integrous

You are honest, trustworthy, professional, and take responsibility for your work.

Enthusiastic

You bring positive energy to the practice and enjoy what you do.

Sociable

You enjoy connecting with patients and coworkers and can communicate effectively with people of all ages.

The Right Candidate Will

Be dependable and punctual.
Have a positive attitude.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
Be comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Be able to multitask while maintaining patient safety and quality.
Communicate effectively with dentists, hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff.
Be comfortable receiving coaching and constructive feedback.
Take initiative rather than waiting to be told what needs to be done.
Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical environment.
Follow infection-control and safety protocols consistently.
Be willing to assist outside of their immediate assignment when the team needs help.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Treat patients and coworkers with respect.
Understand the importance of reliable attendance in a clinical environment.

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

Dental assisting experience preferred.
Current certifications/licenses required by the State of Maine for duties performed.
Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications including Dental Radiography License within 90 days of hire date.
Commitment to maintaining OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and safety standards.

Preferred:

Experience with Eaglesoft or another dental practice-management system.
Experience taking dental radiographs.
Experience with digital scanning/impressions.
Experience with pediatric dentistry.
Experience with orthodontics.
Experience with endodontics or periodontal procedures.
Expanded Function Dental Assistant experience.
CPR/BLS certification.

Newer assistants are encouraged to apply.

If you have a strong work ethic, a great attitude, and a desire to learn, we are willing to invest in the right person.

Why Join Biddeford Saco Dental Associates?A Multi-Specialty Learning Environment

Instead of spending every day doing the same procedures, you can build experience across five different areas of dentistry.

This is an excellent opportunity for an assistant who wants to expand their skill set and understand more of the dental profession.

A Team That Invests in Growth

We believe our employees should have opportunities to learn and develop.

As you grow, you may have opportunities to:

Cross-train with different specialties.
Develop advanced clinical skills.
Take on additional responsibilities.
Work with different providers.
Pursue additional certifications.
Grow into lead or specialty-specific roles.

A Practice That Values Its People

Our culture is built around seven core values:

Patient-Centered, Team-Oriented, Committed, Evolving, Integrous, Enthusiastic, Sociable

These aren't just words on a wall. They describe the type of people we want on our team.

What We Expect From Our Team

We believe that great patient care starts with a great team.

That means:

We show up on time and ready to work.
We communicate with one another.
We help each other.
We keep our clinical areas clean and prepared.
We take ownership of our responsibilities.
We ask questions when we don't know something.
We accept coaching and continually improve.
We treat patients and coworkers with respect.
We maintain professional standards even when the day gets busy.
We do our part to keep the practice running smoothly.

We don't expect perfection. We do expect effort, accountability, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation based on experience, qualifications, and skill level.

Benefits include:

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
LTD and Life Insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays (10)
401k and profit sharing after 1 year
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Opportunities for advancement
Cross-training opportunities across multiple specialties

Benefits and eligibility are subject to practice policies and applicable plan requirements.

Schedule

Full-Time, 32 hours, 4 day work week

Schedule will be based on practice and provider needs.

Because our clinical teams depend on one another, reliable attendance and punctuality are essential to this position.

Ready to Grow Your Dental Career?

If you're looking for a Dental Assistant position where you can expand your skills, work alongside multiple specialties, learn from experienced providers, and become part of a strong team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and tell us why Biddeford Saco Dental Associates is the right next step for you.

Biddeford Saco Dental Associates
Biddeford, Maine

Biddeford Saco Dental Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees.

Pay: $18.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Saco, ME 04072 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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