What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant – Private General & Cosmetic Practice position at Bright Dental?
Job Overview:
Bright Dental is an established, privately owned general and cosmetic dental practice in East Greenbush seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team.
We are a busy, modern practice focused on providing exceptional patient care in a professional, welcoming environment. Our ideal candidate is personable, organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance during general, restorative, cosmetic, and other dental procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment for scheduled procedures.
- Turn over treatment rooms efficiently while maintaining excellent infection-control and sterilization standards.
- Take digital dental radiographs, clinical photographs, and 3D scans.
- Assist with clinical documentation and maintain accurate patient records in SoftDent.
- Ensure treatment rooms are stocked, organized, and prepared for each patient.
- Provide patients with a warm, comfortable, and professional experience before, during, and after treatment.
- Coordinate with the front office and clinical team to maintain efficient patient flow and an on-time schedule.
- Follow all HIPAA, infection-control, safety, and office protocols.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of dental assisting experience preferred.
- NYS Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license strongly preferred.
- DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification a plus.
- Experience with digital radiography and dental technology preferred.
- SoftDent experience is a plus but not required.
- Excellent communication, organization, and patient-care skills.
- Professional, efficient, and comfortable working in a busy clinical environment.
- Team-oriented with a positive approach and willingness to help where needed.
Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30