Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

The Smilist; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Brick Township, NJ is looking for a reliable and motivated Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team. This full-time role requires at least 1 year of Dental Assistant experience and an active NJ x-ray license. Key responsibilities include keeping patients focused on treatment, maintaining a clean and sterile environment, and preparing tray setups for procedures. We offer competitive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Prior experience in oral surgery is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment.
• Maintain a clean and sterile environment.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

Active NJ x-ray license

BLS or ACLS certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us:

At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Oral Surgery Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

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

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant – at least 1 year.
• Prior oral surgery experience.
• Must have an active NJ x‑ray license.
• BLS or ACLS certification required.
• 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 efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Benefits package – health, dental, vision insurance, and more.
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education.
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well‑being of our patients.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday and rotating Saturdays.
• Salary Range: $26.00–$30.00 per hour.
• Location: Brick, NJ.

The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.