Dental Assistant: Growth Opportunity, Full-Time, No Weekends

The Smilist; Wantagh (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Wantagh, NY is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our warm, patient-focused team. You will assist doctors and hygienists, prepare treatment rooms and instruments, and help maintain a clean, sterile clinical environment.

This full-time position offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work culture with no weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, procedures, and infection control.
• Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively with doctors and other team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and a willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Help patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their dental visits by addressing their individual concerns and reinforcing trust in their doctor or hygienist.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors and hygienists during dental procedures to ensure efficient, high-quality care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sterile clinical environment that promotes patient safety and comfort.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk and help ensure a smooth, positive patient experience.
• Prepare and organize instrument trays and treatment rooms for scheduled procedures.
• Monitor operatory supplies, maintain adequate inventory, and assist with ordering and restocking as needed.
• Follow established infection control, sterilization, and office safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental care experience

Infection control

Team collaboration

Patient-focused approach

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist in Wantagh, NY is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our warm, patient-focused team. You will assist doctors and hygienists, prepare treatment rooms and instruments, and help maintain a clean, sterile clinical environment.

This full-time position offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work culture with no weekend shifts.