Dental Assistant - Midtown NYC | Mon-Fri, Growth

The Smilist; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will help patients feel comfortable, prepare treatment rooms, and support doctors and hygienists to deliver high-quality care.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly pay of $24 to $28, benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, procedures, and infection control.
• Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Help patients feel comfortable and confident during visits by addressing concerns and building trust.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors and hygienists during procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sterile clinical environment for patient safety.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk and support a smooth patient experience.
• Prepare and organize instrument trays and treatment rooms for procedures.
• Monitor operatory supplies and assist with inventory and restocking as needed.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, and office safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will help patients feel comfortable, prepare treatment rooms, and support doctors and hygienists to deliver high-quality care.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly pay of $24 to $28, benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, patient-focused environment.