Dental Assistant - Modern 9-Op Practice, Growth & Benefits

Affinity Dental Management; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision care

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Off-street parking

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Now Dental of Suffolk is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Smithtown team in a modern, multi-specialty practice. You will assist dentists, take digital x-rays, prepare rooms, and maintain sterilization and supplies for a smooth patient experience.

The role requires 1+ year of experience, a valid NY DA license or CODA-certified credentials, and CPR certification. We offer strong team support and growth opportunities in a busy dental office affiliated with Affinity Dental Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Certificate from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program (preferred).
• Current NY DA license, or DANB CDA, ICE & RHS certifications (preferred).
• CPR certification
• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience (required).
• Denticon software knowledge (a plus).
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for patients
• Assist dentists chairside during procedures, passing instruments and supporting patient comfort
• Take and process digital x-rays
• Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• Pour, trim, and polish study casts and removable appliances
• Maintain equipment and perform preventive maintenance
• Track supplies and ensure operatories are stocked and organized
• Document patient services accurately in digital records
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, aftercare, and preventive practices

Skills

Strong communication skills

Reliability

Patient-first mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CODA-accredited dental assisting program

NY DA license or DANB CDA/ICE/RHS certifications

Tools

Denticon software

Job description

Now Dental of Suffolk is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Smithtown team in a modern, multi-specialty practice. You will assist dentists, take digital x-rays, prepare rooms, and maintain sterilization and supplies for a smooth patient experience.

The role requires 1+ year of experience, a valid NY DA license or CODA-certified credentials, and CPR certification. We offer strong team support and growth opportunities in a busy dental office affiliated with Affinity Dental Management.