Dental Assistant

thesmilist; Medford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Medford, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. The role requires an active NJ x-ray license and at least 1 year of dental assisting experience.

RDA is preferred but not required, with Dentrix experience a plus. We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Active NJ X-ray license required.
• At least 1 year experience as Dental Assistant.
• RDA preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Dentrix experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on treatment while addressing concerns and promoting the doctor.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and assist doctors to enable quality treatment.
• Escort patients to the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and manage supply levels in each operatory.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NJ X-ray license

RDA preferred

Tools

Dentrix

Dental instruments

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
• RDA preferred, 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
• 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
• Salary Range:$25.00-$30.00/hour (based on licensure)
• Location:Medford, 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.