Dental Assistant

Larkin Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in New York, NY, is seeking an organized, detail-oriented individual to assist the dentist during treatment, prepare instruments, take digital x-rays, and manage patient records. Required skills include familiarity with Dentrix and strong patient care abilities. The position offers flexible scheduling for 4 or 5 days a week to fit the right candidate's needs.

Qualifications

• Organized and detail-oriented individual with strong patient care skills.
• Experience assisting dentists during procedures.
• Familiarity with digital x-rays and dental lab work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during all treatment procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Take digital x-rays and use Itero and 3Shape scanning.
• Manage inventory and order dental supplies.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with scheduling.

Skills

Patient care

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Administrative skills

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The ideal candidate is organized, detail oriented and great with patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during all treatment procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take digital x‑rays (CT Scan, panoramic) and use Itero and 3Shape scanning
• Perform basic dental lab work
• Manage inventory and order dental supplies
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with scheduling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer and administrative skills
• Four‑handed dentistry
• Days needed: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible hours for the right candidate)

Qualifications

• Required software: Dentrix (or equivalent)