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Dental Assistant

Open in 4 locations

Excel Dental posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open dental assistant jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $26.53 an hour, the middle half $24.38–$29.01, across 44 jobs that state their pay. Dental assistants employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $27.88 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

EXCEL DENTAL

WWW.OUREXCELDENTAL.COM

Excel Dental is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, trustworthy and has a positive attitude. We are looking for a long-term team member who we can trust and bring a caring, positive attitude to our practice.

Essential Responsibilities: (Not a Complete List)

  • Greet and prepare patients for treatment
  • Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
  • Chair side assisting during a variety of dental procedures
  • Take radiographs and intra-oral pictures.
  • Provide patient instructions and education on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health and provide instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures
  • Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments
  • Maintain strict compliance with infection control, CDC, OSHA and HIPPA
  • Maintain dental supply inventory and perform other job related duties
  • Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment

Requirements

-MA Dental Assistant License

-Radiology Certificate

-CPR

-HIPPA/OSHA

Benefits

-Paid Vacation Time (PTO)

-Paid Holidays

-Paid Sick-Time

-401K Plan with Matching

-Health Insurance

-Dental Insurance

-Mentorship for Career Advancement

-Free Parking

-& Much More!

Competitive Compensation & Bonus Opportunity

Mentorship available for career growth, expansion of skills, and higher earning potential!

Experience

-1 Year Dental Assisting Preferred

  • We hire new DA grads!

From Excel Dental's job posting for Everett, MA, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Excel Dental hires dental staff in Billerica, Chelsea and other towns in Massachusetts.

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