Dental Assistant – Contract - DA#001

NavitasPartners • New York, NY

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to support clinical operations in a fast-paced outpatient dental setting. This role involves assisting dentists during examinations and procedures, ensuring a sterile environment, and delivering high-quality patient care. Candidates with prior oral surgery assisting experience are strongly preferred.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program
• Minimum of 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification – Required
• Prior experience assisting in oral surgery procedures
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments and chairside assisting techniques
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity (standing, bending, lifting)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high-volume dental or surgical setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with dental imaging and X-ray procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
• Prepare and position patients; adjust chairs and equipment as needed
• Set up and organize dental instruments, materials, and supplies
• Provide chairside assistance, including instrument transfer and suctioning
• Assist during oral surgery procedures such as extractions
• Retract patient’s mouth and maintain a clear operative field
• Support patient comfort throughout procedures
• Perform dental X-rays and assist with imaging as required
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare instruments following infection control standards
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Mix dental materials, including amalgam, as needed
• Ensure clinic cleanliness, organization, and safety compliance

Benefits

• Most competitive pay for every position
• Salary will be discussed upfront

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED