Dental Assistant

mediDental care; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

mediDental care is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team in New York City. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of dental assisting experience, be reliable, and possess strong organizational skills.

You will support the dentist with patient care, assist during exams, prepare treatment rooms, and manage dental X-rays. The environment is dynamic, and you will work closely with the clinical team to deliver integrated care.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of dental assisting experience required.
• Experience working in a dental office is a must.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist during exams and treatments.
• Taking and processing dental X-rays.
• Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Bilingual

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

mediDental care is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our rapidly growing teamin New York City. We are looking for someone with 2–3 years of dental assistingexperience who is reliable, organized, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paceddental office.

mediDental care is not a typical dental office. We are a New York State Article 28 facility built around anintegrated care model that brings dental and medical care together under one roof. Our mission is simple:make healthcare more convenient, more connected, and more accessible for the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will be responsible for supporting the dentist and clinical team with daily patientcare, including:

• Assisting the dentist during exams, procedures, and treatments
• Preparing treatment rooms and setting up instruments
• Taking and processing dental X-rays
• Sterilizing instruments and following infection control protocols
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional clinical environment
• Reviewing patient charts and preparing for scheduled appointments
• Helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment
• Restocking supplies and keeping operatories ready throughout the day
• Communicating clearly with the dentist, front desk, and other team members

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of dental assisting experience required
• Experience working in a dental office is a must
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and infection control standards
• X-ray experience required
• Dentrix experience is a plus
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to work in a busy office environment
• Bilingual is a plus, but not required

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone dependable, professional, and hands-on. The right candidate should be able toassist confidently, stay organized under pressure, and work well with both patients and the clinical team.