Dental Assistant

The Smilist; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; 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 ensuring patient comfort and assisting with efficient treatment. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. You will have the opportunity for professional growth and continuing education, making a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients. If you are reliable, friendly, and motivated, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional Growth Opportunities

Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Must possess a NJ x-ray license.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sterile environment for patients.
• Assist doctors during dental procedures.
• Prepare tray setups for dental treatments.

Skills

Dental Assistance

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant Certification

Tools

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 1 year
• Must have a NJ x-ray license
• 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 with rotating Saturdays
• Salary Range:$22.00-$26.00/hour
• Location:Toms River, NJ

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.