Dental Assistant

Preferred Search Group is seeking a skilled and personable Dental Assistant to join our high-end, patient-focused practice in Birmingham, Alabama. The practice we are partnering with provides full-mouth, comprehensive aesthetic dentistry in a concierge-style environment—prioritizing exceptional care, precision, and an elevated patient experience over volume-based dentistry.

We are looking for a collaborative, confident, and experienced assistant to work chairside. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys complex dentistry, thrives in a team setting, and takes pride in delivering top-tier care.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Monday–Thursday
• 7:15 AM - 5:00 PM
• Lunch: 1:00–2:00 PM
• One Friday per quarter (8:00 AM–1:00 PM)

What You’ll Do:

• Assist one doctor alongside one other dental assistant, sharing responsibilities equally
• Support full-mouth restorative and aesthetic procedures
• Work closely with the other assistant in a highly coordinated, team-based approach
• Assist with surgical procedures, including implants
• Participate in morning sedation cases (approximately 5 hours)

Office Culture & Environment:

This office values precision, teamwork, and a positive patient experience. You’ll work alongside a highly organized, task-oriented assistant and a supportive leadership team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of dental assisting experience
• Comfortable with surgical dentistry (implants experience preferred)
• Background in private practice preferred
• Strong communication skills with a confident, engaging personality
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Experience with dental software (Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar). Familiarity with Oryx is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Monthly bonus program: $100–$300
• Quarterly bonus: $500–$800 based on performance
• Year-end bonus opportunity
• Medical insurance fully paid by the practice
• 4 days paid vacation + 2 sick days
• 6 paid holidays
• 401(k) after 1 year with:
• 2% employer contribution regardless of employee participation
• Employer match up to an additional 4%