Surgical Dental Assistant — Modern Office, Great Benefits

Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry; Halesite (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous compensation

Flexible Health and Vision Insurance

401(K) with matching

Paid time off

In-house dental program

Scrub allowance

Additional perks

Job summary

Leading Edge Oral Surgery (Huntington) is seeking a dental assistant with prior surgical exposure to join a modern, patient‑centered practice. You will welcome patients, assist the surgeon, and perform radiographs and scans while maintaining strict infection control.

The role emphasizes exceptional patient experiences, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols in a warm, supportive environment. Eligible applicants should hold the state-required dental assisting certification and have a stable

Qualifications

• State-required certification/license to perform dental assisting duties.
• Resume showing consistent and stable employment history.
• Strong interpersonal communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients with a smile, ensuring comfort throughout visits.
• Support the Oral Surgeon with procedures.
• Take digital radiographs, CBCT and intra-oral scans as prescribed.
• Maintain infection control by sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Prepare operatories for treatments and sanitize as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA and safety policies for a secure environment.
• Educate patients on effective oral hygiene.
• Handle diverse office tasks to support operations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient service

Team collaboration

Education

State license/certification (DA)

Tools

CBCT

Intra-oral scanners

Digital radiography

Job description

Leading Edge Oral Surgery (Huntington) is seeking a dental assistant with prior surgical exposure to join a modern, patient‑centered practice. You will welcome patients, assist the surgeon, and perform radiographs and scans while maintaining strict infection control.

The role emphasizes exceptional patient experiences, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols in a warm, supportive environment. Eligible applicants should hold the state-required dental assisting certification and have a stable