Dental Assistant

The Smilist; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional growth and education

Job summary

The Smilist in Livingston, NJ, is seeking a reliable and friendly Dental Assistant to join our caring team and contribute to excellent dental care. The role includes assisting doctors, maintaining a clean clinic, and engaging with patients.

Qualified candidates should have at least one year of experience and an active NJ x-ray license. We offer competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, and educational opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year.
• Must hold an active NJ x-ray license.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctors.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.

Skills

Dental instruments knowledge

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Active 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 hold an active NJ x-ray license
• 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
• Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• 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: Full Time - some Saturdays (8am-1pm)
• Salary Range: $23.00-$25.00/hour
• Location: Livingston, 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.