Dental Assistant — Growth, Benefits, and Full-Time Role

The Smilist Dental; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Lawrence Township, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing team. This full-time role offers $25.00-$28.00 per hour with health, dental, and vision coverage and opportunities for professional growth.

You’ll support doctors and hygienists during procedures, prepare patients, maintain sterile operatory and inventory, and help ensure a positive patient experience. NJ X-ray license is required; Dentrix experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active NJ x-ray license is required.
• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and infection control protocols.
• Dentrix experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support dentists and hygienists during procedures to ensure efficient, high-quality care.
• Prepare patients for treatment and maintain a comfortable, reassuring environment.
• Keep operatorys clean, sterile, and well-organized between appointments.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk and help optimize the patient experience.
• Manage instrument trays and treatment room preparation for scheduled procedures.
• Monitor supplies and assist with ordering and restocking as needed.
• Follow infection control and office safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

NJ x-ray license

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Lawrence Township, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our growing team. This full-time role offers $25.00-$28.00 per hour with health, dental, and vision coverage and opportunities for professional growth.

You’ll support doctors and hygienists during procedures, prepare patients, maintain sterile operatory and inventory, and help ensure a positive patient experience. NJ X-ray license is required; Dentrix experience is a plus.