Implant and Surgical Dental Assistant

South Jersey Smiles Inc; New Jersey; On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Uniform allowance

Continuing education opportunities

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

South Jersey Smiles is seeking an exceptional Surgical Dental Assistant to join a fast-paced, high-quality practice focused on comprehensive dentistry, implant surgery, sedation, and digital workflows. This role requires hands-on expertise in surgical procedures, digital imaging, and patient care.

You will collaborate closely with the doctor on advanced cases, including implants, bone grafting, and full-arch restorations, while embracing new technologies and delivering comfort to anxious

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical dental assisting with advanced procedures.
• Familiarity with CBCT, intraoral scanning, and 3D printing workflows.
• Willingness to learn new digital technologies and adapt to evolving practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctor in dental implant surgeries, bone grafting, and sinus augmentation.
• Support oral conscious sedation cases and surgical extractions.
• Operate digital tools for imaging, planning, and guide fabrication.
• Capture and review digital photos, scans, and CBCT data for treatment planning.
• Educate patients and provide postoperative care instructions.
• Assist with full-arch implant cases and complex procedures.

Skills

Surgical dental assisting

Patient comfort

Team collaboration

Adaptability to technology

Education

RDA or EFDA certification

Tools

CBCT imaging

Intraoral scanner (Medit)

3Shape/Exocad/Blue Sky Plan

3D printing equipment

Job description

Are you the assistant everyone counts on when the surgery starts? South Jersey Smiles is looking for an exceptional Surgical Dental Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality practice focused on comprehensive dentistry, implant surgery, sedation, and digital workflows. This isn't a 'sterilize rooms and pass instruments' position. We're looking for someone who wants to grow into one of the most valuable members of our clinical team while helping change patients' lives every day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Work closely with the doctor in advanced procedures including:
• Dental implant surgery
• Bone grafting and sinus augmentation
• Oral conscious sedation cases
• Surgical extractions
• Full-arch implant cases (experience preferred)
• Digital photography
• Intraoral scanning (Medit)
• CBCT imaging
• 3D printing surgical guides, models, and appliances
• Digital treatment planning
• Patient education and post-operative care

We’re Looking For Someone Who…

• Has surgical dental assisting experience
• Has experience with 3D printing or is excited to become an expert
• Enjoys learning new technology
• Can anticipate the doctor's needs during surgery
• Stays calm under pressure
• Takes ownership instead of waiting to be told what to do
• Loves helping anxious patients feel comfortable
• Is kind, humble, dependable, and highly coachable
• Wants to build a long-term career—not just find another job

Bonus Qualifications

• RDA or EFDA certification
• Implant surgery experience
• Sedation experience
• CBCT experience
• Medit or other intraoral scanner experience
• 3Shape, Exocad, Blue Sky Plan, or similar digital software
• Experience operating resin or filament 3D printers
• Experience with digital smile design or guided surgery workflow

Why South Jersey Smiles?

We're building something different. Our team believes exceptional patient care starts with exceptional teamwork. We invest in our people, embrace technology, and continuously improve our systems so everyone can grow professionally. You'll work in a practice that values:

• Comprehensive patient care
• Implant and surgical dentistry
• Modern digital technology
• Continuing education
• Mutual respect
• Accountability without drama
• Teamwork over ego

We believe curiosity, humility, and a desire to improve are just as important as experience.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Performance bonuses
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education opportunities
• Retirement plan with employer match (if applicable)
• Employee dental benefits
• Modern technology and equipment
• Opportunities for advancement into leadership and expanded clinical responsibilities

We May Be a Great Fit If…

• You love surgery.
• You enjoy learning new technology.
• You like solving problems.
• You want to be part of a team that genuinely cares about its patients and each other.
• You take pride in your work and are always looking for ways to improve.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and tell us about the most challenging surgical case you've ever assisted with—and what you learned from it.