Dental Assistant — Growth & Benefits (Full-Time)

The-Smilist-Denta; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Continuing education

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Port Washington, NY is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. The role supports dentists, prepares patients for procedures, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming environment for every patient. This is a full-time, Tuesday through Friday position.

We offer competitive pay, health and dental benefits, and opportunities for continuing education. Join us to contribute to patient care and growth in a community-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant (minimum 1 year).
• 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.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

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; prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctors to enable efficient quality dental care.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assisting

Dentrix

Instruments knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Port Washington, NY is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. The role supports dentists, prepares patients for procedures, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming environment for every patient. This is a full-time, Tuesday through Friday position.

We offer competitive pay, health and dental benefits, and opportunities for continuing education. Join us to contribute to patient care and growth in a community-focused practice.