Temp Dental Assistant — Consistent Hours (Westfield)

Family Dental Care of NJ (High Tech); Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Dental Care of NJ (High Tech) in Westfield, NJ is seeking a Temporary Dental Assistant for a short-term assignment with a fixed schedule.

The role offers hourly pay of $30–$32 and requires at least one year of dental assisting experience, CPR certification, and compliance with OSHA/HIPAA policies. Responsibilities include patient greeting, sterilization, imaging, and room setup between patients.

Qualifications

• At least one year of dental assisting experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• DANB Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures.
• Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists.
• Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations.
• Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents.
• Setup and breakdown rooms according to infection control protocols between patients.
• Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

CPR certification

OSHA guidelines

HIPAA compliance

Education

Dental Assisting Certification (preferred)

Job description

Family Dental Care of NJ (High Tech) in Westfield, NJ is seeking a Temporary Dental Assistant for a short-term assignment with a fixed schedule.

The role offers hourly pay of $30–$32 and requires at least one year of dental assisting experience, CPR certification, and compliance with OSHA/HIPAA policies. Responsibilities include patient greeting, sterilization, imaging, and room setup between patients.