Dental Assistant

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New York, NY is seeking a dedicated dental assistant to support dentists chairside across a range of procedures, ensuring patient comfort and a smooth clinic workflow.

You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, take radiographs, and maintain infection control while coordinating with the front office and supporting treatments.

Dentrix Ascend familiarity is a plus; a positive, team‑oriented attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a general dentistry setting (preferred).
• Proficiency in dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and materials.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience for patients.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and arranging necessary materials.
• Support treatments like cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, and root canals.
• Handle, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Ensure efficient patient flow by coordinating with the front office team.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays).

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Patient care passion

Team spirit

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience for patients.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and arranging necessary materials.
• Support treatments like cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, and root canals.
• Handle, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Ensure efficient patient flow by coordinating with the front office team.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays).

Requirements

• Hands‑on experience in a general dentistry setting (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and materials.
• Proficiency in taking and processing dental radiographs.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• A positive attitude, team spirit, and a passion for patient care.
• Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend (a plus).