Dental Assistant

Smile Styles; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive environment

Training opportunities

Employee benefits

Job summary

Smile Styles in Rochelle Park, NJ, is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to support the dentist, prepare treatment rooms, take X-rays, sterilize instruments, and manage patient flow.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, dental assisting education or experience, CPR/BLS and X-ray certification if required, strong communication, and a team spirit.

We offer competitive pay, a professional environment, training opportunities, and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dental assisting education, certification, or prior experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or required as applicable.
• X-ray certification/permit preferred or required as applicable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-focused attitude.
• Follow OSHA, infection-control, and office safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments for patient procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and maintain infection-control procedures.
• Prepare dental materials and treatment areas.
• Obtain and record patient medical and dental histories.
• Provide patients with instructions regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain accurate and organized patient records.
• Assist with scheduling, patient flow, and front-office duties as needed.
• Monitor and maintain dental supplies and equipment.
• Help create a comfortable and positive experience for patients.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental assisting education/certification/experience

Job description

Position: Dental Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About the Position

We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The ideal candidate will provide excellent patient care while assisting the dentist with clinical procedures and helping maintain an efficient, welcoming dental office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments for patient procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and maintain proper infection-control procedures.
• Prepare dental materials and treatment areas.
• Obtain and record patient medical and dental histories.
• Provide patients with instructions regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain accurate and organized patient records.
• Assist with scheduling, patient flow, and other front-office duties as needed.
• Monitor and maintain dental supplies and equipment.
• Help create a comfortable and positive experience for patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Dental assisting education, certification, or previous dental experience preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required as applicable.
• X-ray certification/permit preferred or required as applicable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to follow OSHA, infection-control, and office safety procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Supportive and professional work environment
• Opportunities for training and professional growth
• Employee benefits, depending on position and eligibility