Dental Assistant - Patient Care, X-Rays & Sterilization

Montefiore New Rochelle; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY is seeking a Dental Assistant under close supervision to support dentists during procedures, prepare instruments and maintain operatory readiness.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays, maintaining sterility, managing supplies, and supporting staff. Requires 1–3 years in a dental setting; high school diploma or GED; dental assistant certificate preferred. Proficiency with Epic/EMR/SAP and MS Word/Excel is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Dental assistant certificate preferred.
• 1–3 years dental office experience.
• Experience with Epic, EMR, SAP, Word and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and hand instruments.
• Set up operatory with supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as ordered by dentist.
• Maintain sterile conditions and cleanliness of operatory.
• Maintain inventory and logs of supplies and instruments.
• Assist with orientation and procedures for new dental staff.
• Retract patient mouth and operate suction equipment to maintain mouth hygiene.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certificate

Tools

Epic

EMR

SAP

Word

Excel

Job description

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY is seeking a Dental Assistant under close supervision to support dentists during procedures, prepare instruments and maintain operatory readiness.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays, maintaining sterility, managing supplies, and supporting staff. Requires 1–3 years in a dental setting; high school diploma or GED; dental assistant certificate preferred. Proficiency with Epic/EMR/SAP and MS Word/Excel is expected.