Surgical Dental Assistant - Perio

High End Hiring•New York, NY

10d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Join our high-end Upper East Side periodontal office as a Surgical Dental Assistant and become a valued member of a supportive, patient-focused team. This is a long-term opportunity for a dedicated professional who wants to grow their career in a modern, high-quality surgical dental environment. We pride ourselves on taking care of our staff—providing competitive pay, benefits, and a positive work culture so our team members want to stay and thrive.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of surgical dental assisting experience (periodontal experience preferred; oral surgery experience considered)
Quick learner and comfortable with dental software and technology
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills
Long-term career mindset—not seeking further schooling or a temporary role
Positive, team-oriented attitude and dedication to patient care
2 years of surgical and or Perio dental assisting experience

Nice To Haves

periodontal experience preferred
oral surgery experience considered

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during surgical procedures, including periodontal and oral surgery cases
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and surgical equipment
Ensure patient comfort and safety before, during, and after procedures
Maintain accurate patient records and surgical documentation
Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care

Benefits

Hourly pay: $28–$33, based on experience
Comprehensive benefits to support you and your well-being
Opportunity to work in a high-end, patient-focused practice with a collaborative team
Long-term growth potential and career stability
Personal/Sick 7 paid days per calendar year, available after 3 months probation
Vacation: 5 days of vacation per calendar year, available after 3 months probation – written requests must be given in advance to the doctors. 5 additional days available after 1 year of employment.
10 paid holidays per calendar year: New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Conference Day (“Our Columbus Day”), Thanksgiving, The Day After Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Scrubs: Qualified for a set of scrubs (top & bottom) equal to the number of days worked plus one. This amounts to 6 sets of scrubs.
401K plan: After 2 full years of employment you will be offered enrollment into the plan. Employee has the option to opt out. If they do opt in to the plan, employer will provide a 3% match.
Health Insurance: United Healthcare Oxford. Offered but not mandatory. Employer contributes 70% towards the monthly premium cost.