Dental Assistant (Ortho)

The Smilist; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Continuing education

Job summary

The Smilist is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant (Ortho) to join our growing practice in Brick, NJ and nearby locations. You will support orthodontic procedures, maintain a clean, organized operatory, and coordinate patient flow with the front desk.

Applicants should have at least 1 year as a Dental Assistant, orthodontic experience, and an NJ x-ray license. RDA is a plus; Dentrix experience is preferred. Join a team that values care, collaboration, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with at least 1 year.
• Prior orthodontic experience.
• NJ x-ray license required.
• RDA preferred, but not 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.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment and address concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and assist doctors to deliver quality care.
• Escort patients to and from the front desk.
• Prepare tray setups and maintain supplies in each operatory.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Dental assisting

Dental instruments knowledge

Strong communication

Team player

multitasking

Education

NJ x-ray license

RDA preferred

Dentrix experience preferred

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 Dental Assistant (Ortho) to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care. Must be able to work in the following locations: Brick, Toms River, Lacey, Jackson, Englishtown.

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 your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• 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 ortho experience
• NJ x-ray license required
• RDA preferred, but not 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!
• Salary Range: $28.00-$32.00/hour
• Location: Brick, Toms River, Jackson, Lacey, Englishtown, 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.