Dental Assistant

The-Smilist-Denta; Mattituck (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package - health, dental, and

Vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Impact on patient health

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Mattituck, NY is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You will support doctors, prepare trays, maintain a clean and friendly environment, and escort patients to the front desk.

We offer competitive pay, health/dental/vision benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This full-time position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a positive attitude; weekends are not required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment and address concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and assist doctors.
• Escort patients to the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups and manage supply levels in operatory.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

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 strongly preferred
• 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 - no weekends
• Salary Range:$20.00-$25.00/hour
• Location:Mattituck, NY

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.