Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)
About The Position
Leading Edge Oral Surgery in Elmhurst, New York, is hiring a Dental Assistant to support an oral surgeon and provide a welcoming, comfortable patient experience. The role requires prior experience assisting with oral surgery or other surgical dental procedures. Duties include taking digital radiographs, CBCT images, and intra-oral scans as prescribed; preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment; sanitizing and preparing operatories; following infection-control, OSHA, and other safety policies; educating patients about oral hygiene as needed; and assisting with office tasks. The practice describes its environment as modern, technology-enabled, soothing, and supportive, with a focus on health and patient care rather than production quotas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday are off. The listed New York pay range is $22–$28 per hour, varying by experience. Benefits are available based on employment status and include flexible health and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, an annual self-care day, discounted in-house dental services, and an annual scrub allowance. The posting notes that all benefits are available to employees working at least 30 hours weekly, with some benefits also available to part-time employees.
Requirements
- Prior dental assisting experience with surgical procedures is required.
- Experience with digital radiographs, CBCT, and intra-oral (3D) scanning.
- Any certification or license required by the state to perform specified duties.
- A resume showing a consistent and stable employment history.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to provide exceptional patient experiences.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable and confident throughout their visits.
- Support the oral surgeon during procedures.
- Take digital radiographs, CBCT images, and intra-oral scans as prescribed.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment while maintaining strict infection control.
- Sanitize and prepare operatories for treatments.
- Follow OSHA and other safety policies to maintain a secure, healthy environment.
- Educate patients on effective oral hygiene strategies as needed.
- Perform office tasks as needed to support practice operations.
Benefits
- Flexible health insurance plans.
- Flexible vision insurance plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Paid time off accruing up to three weeks.
- Annual self-care day.
- Discounted in-house dental services for the employee and immediate family.
- Annual scrub allowance through uniform partners.
- Additional benefits and ongoing perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
