Dental Assistant

Your Wellness Care; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking pass included

Job summary

A dental care provider in Newark is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering primary care dental services. This role requires a radiology license issued by New Jersey and CPR certification. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally, a dental assistant program certification. The position offers competitive hourly pay, a Monday to Friday work schedule, and some Saturday hours. Join a dedicated team in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a radiology license issued by the state of New Jersey.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification is required.
• Six months to one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentist in providing primary care dental services.
• Sterilize and prepare dental instruments and supplies.
• Control inventory of dental materials.

Skills

Knowledge of dental materials

Radiology license

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dental assistant program

Job description

Overview

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the Dentist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies. Requires a comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for all phases of general dentistry. Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage, handling and applications is required.

Responsibilities

(Note: Responsibilities are included in the overview above unless otherwise specified in the original job description.)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant program and/or certification through DANB or another nationally recognized organization is preferred.
• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MUST have a radiology license issued by the state of New Jersey.
• Current CPR (BLS) is required.
• Certified and Registered Dental Assistants are preferred.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time.
• Pay: $25-28 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 9-5PM; Every other Saturday 9AM-1PM.
• Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work. Parking pass included (Required).

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required).

License/Certification

• Radiology license issued by the state of New Jersey (Required).