General Dental Assistant

Quality Dental Care; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Free parking

Job summary

Quality Dental Care in Somerville, NJ is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join a small team. This full-time role involves assisting with restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures, taking diagnostic radiographs, and maintaining sterile prep areas. Training on Oryx software and OSHA standards is expected.

The position offers a stable schedule with a four-day work week, Fridays off, and one monthly Saturday. X-ray certification and several dental software skills are required.

Qualifications

• License & Certification: Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant, X-ray / Radiography Certification
• Software Experience: Other Dental Software
• Clinical Experience: Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, General Dentistry

Responsibilities

• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) as directed and ensure all images are of diagnostic quality.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by ensuring comfort and explaining what to expect.
• Sterilize dental instruments and prepare treatment rooms before and after patient appointments.
• Prepare and mix dental materials such as fillings, impressions, and bonding agents.
• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments.
• OSHA certified

Skills

Cosmetic dentistry

Implant dentistry

General dentistry

5+ years exp

Education

RDA

CDA

Tools

Other Dental Software

Job description

Dental Assistant | Full time w/ Fridays off, $33/hr

Consistent Four-Day Week, Plus One Saturday Monthly

Schedule includes consistent Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday shifts, with Fridays off. You will work from 9:00-5:00 on Mondays and Tuesdays, 10:00-5:00 on Wednesdays, and 10:00-6:00 on Thursdays, providing a stable weekly rhythm. Additionally, you will work one Saturday per month from 9:00-2:00.

As part of a team that includes one dentist, one hygienist, and one office manager, you will contribute to patient education and treatment. The practice focuses on providing each patient with sufficient time to understand procedures and develop tailored treatment plans. You will assist with restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments, and prepare patients for procedures.

Modern Clinical Practice and Equipment

You will utilize your X-ray/Radiography certification to take diagnostic quality radiographs. The role also involves using Oryx software, ensuring you work within a digitally supported environment. You will maintain OSHA certified infection control standards by sterilizing instruments and preparing treatment rooms.

Compensation and Comprehensive Time Off

This full-time position offers a salary of $30–$33/hr. You will also receive paid time off and paid sick time, providing support for your well-being. Free parking is available for staff.

Pay

• $30 - $33 per hour

Shift & Schedule

• Monday to Friday

• Monday-Tuesday 9:00-5:00
• Wednesday- 10:00-5:00
• Thursday- 10:00-6:00
• Friday- Office Closed
• One Saturday a month - 9:00-2:00

Requirements

• License & Certification: Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant, X-ray / Radiography Certification
• Software Experience: Other Dental Software
• Clinical Experience: Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, General Dentistry
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental assistant with 5+ years of practice

Preferences

• License & Certification: X-ray / Radiography Certification
• Software Experience: Other Dental Software
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental assistant with 5+ years of practice

Job Description

• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) as directed and ensure all images are of diagnostic quality.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by ensuring comfort and explaining what to expect.
• Sterilize dental instruments and prepare treatment rooms before and after patient appointments.
• Prepare and mix dental materials such as fillings, impressions, and bonding agents.
• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments.
• OSHA certified

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Free parking

Facility Information

• Name: Quality Dental Care
• Location: 3197 Route 22 E, Somerville, New Jersey
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Radiology, Dental office

Concept of Care

We are a passionate team of dentists who provide high quality care, taking pride in giving each patient sufficient time to educate, treat, and help maintain healthy smiles. We understand that visits to the dentist can be overwhelming so we proposed listening to concerns, explaining procedures, answering questions to develop a treatment plan tailored to patients needs.

Average Number of Patients

8-10

Staff

• Dentist 1
• Hygienist 1
• Office Manager 1

Director

Dr. Asha Mandalapu

Number of Units

4 Units

Opening Hours

• Mon-Tues 9-5
• Wed 10-5
• Thurs 10-6

CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Dental Assistant License Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) Infection Control License Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Driver's license