Dental Assistant

The Smilist; Haddon Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth

Impact on patients

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Haddon Heights, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You will prepare patients, assist doctors, maintain sterile operatory, and escort patients as needed.

Requirements include an active NJ x-ray license and at least 1 year of experience; RDA/CDA is a plus. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for education, and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Active NJ x-ray license is required.
• At least 1 year of dental assistant experience.
• RDA/CDA is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment and address concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment; prepare patients and assist doctors.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups and maintain supply levels in each operatory; order/replenish as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

NJ x-ray license

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us

At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year
• Must have an active NJ x-ray license
• RDA/CDA a plus, but not required
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients

Position Details

• Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays 7am-7:30pm and rotating Fridays and Saturdays
• Salary Range: $23.00-$28.00/hour
• Location: Haddon Heights, NJ

The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.