Registered Dental Assistant - Sign On Bonus

The Smilist; Jackson (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation - $1,000 sign

Health, dental, vision insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Impact on patient health

Job summary

The Smilist in Jackson, NJ is seeking a reliable Registered Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You will assist dentists, prepare trays, and maintain a clean, cheerful operatory to ensure efficient, high-quality care for every patient.

We offer competitive pay, a $1,000 sign-on bonus, and a benefits package with health, dental, and vision insurance. Join us for professional growth and a meaningful impact on patient health and smiles.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant – at least 1 year.
• Must have a NJ x-ray license.
• RDA license required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Dental assistant experience

NJ X-ray license

RDA license

Dental instruments knowledge

Dentrix experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us: At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Registered Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year
• Must have a NJ x-ray license
• RDA license required
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation - $1,000 sign on bonus!
• Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients

Position Details:

• Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday and rotating Saturdays
• Salary Range: $28.00-$30.00/hour (based on licensure)
• Location: Jackson, NJ

The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.