Dental Assistant (New York, United States)

Dental Assistant
$25/Hour +/- DOE | Full-Time | High-Performance Assistant Role
National Dental - An Established Dental Practice - Manhattan, NY (Upper East Side)

Join a high-performing, patient-focused dental team that takes pride in excellence, accountability, and results. At National Dental - Upper East Side, we go beyond routine care - we create value for our patients and our practice every single day.

We're looking for a Dental Assistant who's self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment. You'll play a critical role in delivering an exceptional patient experience while supporting key performance goals such as efficiency, same-day treatment, and clinical excellence.

If you're someone who:

• Takes ownership and follows through with urgency
• Understands how great systems create great patient care
• Sees the connection between precision, performance, and patient trust
• Loves being part of a team that measures success and celebrates growth

then you'll fit right in. Bring your energy, initiative, and passion for dentistry - and let's create something extraordinary together.

What You'll Do

• Assist the doctor chairside during exams and procedures
• Aid in optimizing the Doctor's chare time during treatement
• Take x-rays, impressions, and document detailed patient notes
• Anticipate the doctor's needs and maintain treatment flow
• Use creativity to comfort anxious or pediatric patients
• Help manage the daily schedule and reduce wait times
• Partner with the front office to ensure proper handoff of treatement planning discussions
• Assist with front desk tasks and verify patient insurance eligibility
• Maintain treatment rooms and follow sterilization protocols
• Promote dental education and home care to patients and families
• Stay current on safety, compliance, and licensure requirements

Requirements

• Active DA License or Certificate in the state of New York
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and team skills
• Comfortable with both patient care and front office support
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently or with a team
• Be a reliable and dependable teammate by arriving on time and proactively learning the office technology and processes and procedures.

Benefits

• What You'll Love About This Role
• $25+/- per hour, based on experience and location
• Regular schedule: 4-5 days per week
• No evenings or weekends
• Full benefits package (for 25+ hours/week):
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential counseling and support
• Voluntary benefits: Pet insurance, identity theft protection, and more
• All PPE provided - safe and compliant workplace
• Continuing education opportunities