Dental Assistant

Park Slope Dental Aesthetics; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Slope Dental Aesthetics in New York City is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our expanding team. We value reliability, organization, and professional conduct in a fast-paced dental office.

Requirements include 2–3 years of dental assisting experience, X-ray capability, infection control knowledge, and Dentrix proficiency. You will support dentists, prepare rooms, take X-rays, and help maintain a welcoming patient environment.

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 is required.
• Dentrix experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and set up instruments.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.
• Review patient charts and prepare for scheduled appointments.
• Help 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.

Skills

Dental assisting

X-ray experience

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Park Slope Dental Aesthetics is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our rapidly growing team in New York City. We are looking for someone with 2-3 years of dental assisting experience who is reliable, organized, professional, and comfortable working in a fast- paced dental office.

Park Slope Dental Aesthetics is dedicated to making dental care 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 patient care, 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 to assist confidently, stay organized under pressure, and work well with both patients and the clinical team.

Book a consultation today and take the first step toward the confident, beautiful smile you deserve.