Dental Assistant

Diamond Braces • Astoria, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Diamond Braces is hiring a full-time, on-site Dental Assistant to support orthodontists and provide an exceptional patient experience. No Dental Assistant license is required; the company provides training and ongoing support. The role offers an opportunity to develop clinical skills in a specialty practice and pursue career advancement and internal promotion.

The Dental Assistant works with modern digital orthodontic technology and helps create a positive, organized environment for patients and coworkers. Some evenings and Saturdays are required, and local travel between nearby offices may be necessary.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Reliable, with strong attendance.
• Positive, coachable, and eager to learn.
• Organized, with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude.
• A team player who enjoys helping others and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and Saturdays.
• Ability to travel locally between nearby offices may be required.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of experience in a dental office or healthcare setting.
• Orthodontic experience.
• Experience with digital scanners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during patient treatment.
• Prepare treatment rooms and orthodontic instruments.
• Sterilize instruments according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
• Take digital X-rays, intraoral scans, photographs, and impressions.
• Enter accurate clinical notes into patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care.
• Fabricate Essix retainers and assist with basic laboratory duties.
• Prepare and track laboratory cases.
• Keep operatories clean, organized, and patient-ready.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay beginning at $22.00 per hour.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Discounted orthodontic treatment for the employee and family.
• Paid training and ongoing clinical development.
• Tuition and loan assistance for Dental Assistant education and continuing education.
• Modern digital orthodontic technology.
• Career advancement opportunities and internal promotions.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

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