Dental Assistant

North American Dental Group; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k)

Competitive paid time off

Opportunities for career growth and education

Exciting atmosphere encouraging individuality

Job summary

North American Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant in East Aurora, NY, offering a competitive hourly wage of $19.00–$21.00 based on experience. The role involves providing clinical support to patients, including sterilization of instruments and assisting during procedures. Candidates should possess a dental assisting certification, CPR, and X-ray certifications. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, the position offers opportunities for career growth and education in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting certification or prior on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Radiography/X-ray certification for the respective state.
• CPR certification required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to doctors and hygienists.
• Records and reviews patient health history and makes chart entries.
• Prepares patients and sterilizes instruments.
• Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements.

Skills

Dental assisting certification or prior on-the-job training

1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered

Radiography/X-ray certification for the respective state

CPR certification required

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Exceptional service commitment

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

"Open Up" to a whole new dental experience. Imagine working in a place that delivers best‑in‑class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience. The practice partners with North American Dental Group to provide the necessary support for excellent patient care.

Compensation: $19.00–$21.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am–5:30 pm.

Responsibilities

Dental Assistant partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support to help patients get the care they need and assists the dentist in restorative dentistry.

• Provides excellent chair‑side clinical support and assistance to doctors and hygienists, including charting, operatory set/clean‑up, and patient education.
• Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction, and ensures completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentists during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.
• Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X‑rays, and other required certifications and registrations.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting certification or prior on‑the‑job training.
• 1‑5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Radiography/X‑ray certification for the respective state.
• CPR certification required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k).
• Competitive paid time off for full‑time and part‑time team members, increasing with career growth.
• Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education.
• An exciting atmosphere that allows for freedom and individuality, enabling the team to strive to do the best for our patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.