Dental Assistant

The-Smilist-Denta; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Smilist in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a friendly, dependable Dental Assistant for a 30-hour week with pay for 36 hours. The role offers competitive hourly pay of $25–$28 and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.

Schedule features two weekdays plus one rotating weekend day, with opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include chairside assistance, room prep and sterilization, tray setup, and smooth patient transition to front desk.

Qualifications

• Prior dental assisting experience.
• Active New Jersey dental X-ray license.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Team player who is organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude and ability to multitask in a busy dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors chairside for efficient, high-quality dental treatment.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.
• Set up procedure trays and stock operatories for the day.
• Help patients transition from treatment to front desk smoothly.
• Support the team in delivering an exceptional patient experience.

Skills

Dental assisting

Education

New Jersey X-ray license

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Work 30 Hours. Get Paid for 36. Enjoy More Time for You!

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Pay: $25.00-$28.00/hour

Schedule: 2 weekdays (Tuesdays + Thursdays 7am-7:30pm) + 1 rotating weekend day (Friday/Saturday - 7:30am-2pm)

At The Smilist, we believe great dental care starts with a great team and a great team deserves a schedule that works for them!

We're looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. If you're passionate about patient care, thrive in a team environment, and want a position that values both your professional growth and your personal time, we'd love to meet you!

Here's What Makes This Opportunity Different

• 30 hours of work, 36 hours of pay! Get rewarded for your time and talent.
• Two 3 day weekends each month!
• A schedule designed with balance in mind: Work two weekdays and one rotating Friday or Saturday.
• Competitive pay: Earn $25-$30 per hour.
• Great benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• Room to grow: Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• A supportive team: Work alongside people who care about their patients and each other.

What You'll Do

• Help patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for throughout their dental visits.
• Assist doctors chairside to ensure efficient, high-quality dental treatment.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Set up procedure trays and keep operatories stocked with the supplies needed for the day.
• Help patients transition smoothly from treatment to the front desk.
• Support the team in delivering an exceptional patient experience, one smile at a time.

What We're Looking For

• Prior dental assisting experience.
• An active New Jersey dental X-ray license.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• A team player who is organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• A positive attitude and the ability to multitask in a busy dental practice.

Bonus points:

RDA/CDA certification and Dentrix experience are welcome, but not required!

Join us in making lives better, one smile at a time.