Dental Assistant | Patient-Focused & Growth-Oriented

The Smilist Dental; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in Brick, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced, friendly practice. You’ll help prepare patients, assist doctors and hygienists, and maintain a clean, safe operatory.

Qualifications include an active NJ x-ray license and proven dental assisting experience. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth, with rotating Saturdays required.

Qualifications

• Active NJ x-ray license required.
• Experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and infection control protocols.
• Strong communication and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dental team.
• Dentrix experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Dental assistant experience

NJ x-ray license

Infection control

Dentrix experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Tools

Dentrix software

Job description

The Smilist Dental in Brick, NJ is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced, friendly practice. You’ll help prepare patients, assist doctors and hygienists, and maintain a clean, safe operatory.

Qualifications include an active NJ x-ray license and proven dental assisting experience. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth, with rotating Saturdays required.