Dental Assistant — Growth & CE in Manhattan

United Dental Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

United Dental Corporation in Manhattan's Upper East Side seeks a dependable Dental Assistant to join a multi-specialty practice. Full-time role with benefits eligibility; compensation $20-$25 per hour.

You will support dentists, prepare rooms, radiographs per state rules, maintain records, and uphold infection control while delivering outstanding patient care and a positive patient experience from check-in to checkout.

Qualifications

• Active Dental Assistant Certification or Registration required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• State-specific dental radiology certification may be required.
• EFDA and polishing/sealant certifications are a plus.
• Experience with digital radiography and EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
• Sterilize and maintain clinical equipment
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations
• Support patient flow and provider efficiency
• Educate patients on post-operative and oral hygiene instructions
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols
• Provide an outstanding patient experience from check-in to check-out

Skills

Radiography knowledge

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Active Dental Assistant Certification or Registration

CPR/BLS Certification

Dental radiology certification

EFDA Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Sealant Certification

Tools

Dental software

Electronic health records

Radiography software

Job description

United Dental Corporation in Manhattan's Upper East Side seeks a dependable Dental Assistant to join a multi-specialty practice. Full-time role with benefits eligibility; compensation $20-$25 per hour.

You will support dentists, prepare rooms, radiographs per state rules, maintain records, and uphold infection control while delivering outstanding patient care and a positive patient experience from check-in to checkout.