Dental Assistant

The Smilist; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality care in a welcoming environment. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient experiences and supporting our team of professionals. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for treatment, assisting with dental procedures, and ensuring a clean and sterile environment. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our patients. If you have a passion for dental care and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional Growth Opportunities

Continuing Education

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in providing efficient quality dental treatment.
• Maintain a clean and comfortable environment for patients.

Skills

Dental Assistant Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Tools

iTero Scanning

CEREC

Sprint Ray

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 2+ years.
• Experience with iTero scanning required.
• Experience with CEREC and Sprint Ray a plus.
• 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 - Monday through Friday - no weekends!
• Salary Range: $25.00-$29.00.
• Location: Brooklyn Heights, 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.