Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Free dental care for you and depend‑s

Vision care

Life insurance

401(k)

6 paid holidays

Team‑oriented culture

Potential for 2 weeks vacation

Job summary

Beachside Family Dental Care is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. This full‑time position supports general dentistry, patient care, and collaborative practice.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, a team mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional care. Join a growth‑minded practice that values learning and patient service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant
• Strong foundation in general dentistry
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A team‑oriented mindset with a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn, grow, and collaborate with an established team
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain lab equipment
• Take and develop X‑rays
• Provide comprehensive post‑operative dental procedures to patients
• Take and record medical and dental histories and patient vital signs
• Assist the dentist in managing dental emergencies
• Improve clinical skills through continuing education and training opportunities

Skills

Dental assistant experience

General dentistry knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team orientation

Willingness to learn

Patient care passion

Job description

Dental Assistant – Beachside Family Dental Care

Join an established team that is passionate about patient care! Beachside Family Dental Care is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. If you have a strong general dentistry background, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are eager to continue learning, we’d love to meet you!

This is a full‑time opportunity with a supportive team that values excellence, teamwork, and providing outstanding care to every patient.

Schedule

• Monday: 6:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Thursday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Dental Assistant
• Strong foundation in general dentistry
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A team‑oriented mindset with a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn, grow, and collaborate with an established team
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care

Why Join Beachside Family Dental Care

• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge
• Patient‑focused practice committed to excellence
• Full‑time, stable schedule
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Additional Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug insurance
• Free dental services for you and your dependents (minus lab fees)
• Vision care support
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 6 paid holidays off
• Team‑focused, uplifting and educational work culture
• Potential for 2 weeks vacation

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain lab equipment
• Take and develop X‑rays
• Provide comprehensive post‑operative dental procedures to patients
• Take and record medical and dental histories and patient vital signs
• Assist the dentist in managing dental emergencies
• Improve clinical skills through continuing education and training opportunities

Requirements

• Positive and outgoing personality
• Exceptional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent patient care skills and strong organizational skills
• Superior working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Good manual dexterity
• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new programs
• Ability to travel at least once every other month for training, occasionally overnight
• Dental assisting school certificate is a plus
• Previous work experience in a dental practice is a plus

Legal & Safety

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.