Dental Assistant

Long Island Dental Specialty; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Education support

Modern equipment

Job summary

Long Island Dental Specialty in Huntington, New York is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our clinical team with patient-centered care and teamwork in a fast-paced office.

Responsibilities include room preparation, sterilization, patient education, X-ray support, and records management, while maintaining CPR-ready emergency readiness.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or 1 year on-the-job-experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA, CPR and infection control training as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions and study models.
• Maintain infection control and patient confidentiality; follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support scheduling and intake as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

1 year on-the-job experience

Job description

# Dental AssistantHuntington, NYApplyShare on:Facebook |Twitter |LinkedIn## Overview**Long Island Dental Specialty** is looking for a **Dental Assistant**in **Huntington, New York** to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.**What we offer:*** Competitive hourly pay **$25Min-$29Max*** Full time: Monday - Friday* Health, dental, and vision insurance* Life insurance and disability benefits* 401(k) plan* Support for continuing education and professional development* Modern office with advanced dental technology## Responsibilities* Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.* Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.* Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.* Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..* Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)* Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.## Qualifications* Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or 1 year on-the-job-experience* High school diploma or equivalent**Dental Assistant** are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law. **Legal Disclaimer:** *We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*### Additional benefits* Medical insurance* Dental services* Life insurance* Vision insurance* Long term disability* Section 125 - Flexible Spending Account* 401K* EAP program* DCA voluntary supplemental insurance products* Student loan consolidation* Paid time offPlease complete the form below and upload your resume to apply for this opportunity.