Dental Assistant

Employer’s Description:

Queens Surgical Center is NYC’s premier ambulatory surgery center (ASC), providing high-quality healthcare services and facilities to the patients, physicians and communities in our network.

We specialize in short-stay surgery, and our staff are trained to provide exceptional short-stay care. We pride ourselves on following the strictest patient safety guidelines.

Our fully equipped state-of-the art surgery center provides a safe, warm and supportive environment for patients to receive the highest standards of outpatient surgical care for a variety of needs.

Position Summary:

Queens Surgical Center is seeking a highly organized, adaptable, and patient-focused Dental Assistant / Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join our multidisciplinary surgical team. This unique dual-role position is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and is comfortable in transitioning between dental surgical support and patient care coordination in a vision care setting.

The selected candidate will play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient clinical operations while delivering exceptional patient care and support throughout the surgical experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist dentists and oral surgeons during procedures, including sedation and surgical cases.
• Prepare and maintain sterile instruments, surgical trays, and dental equipment in accordance with ASC and infection control standards.
• Take, process, and document dental radiographs as directed.
• Ensure operatories are fully stocked, organized, and ready for procedures.
• Monitor and maintain dental supply inventory; coordinate restocking as needed.
• Support patient positioning and assist with monitoring vital signs under clinical supervision.
• Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions and compassionate patient support.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations, infection control protocols, and ASC safety policies.
• Manage patient flow and “back-of-house” traffic to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Escort patients to and from procedure rooms and coordinate transfers as needed.
• Assist clinical staff with patient preparation and post-procedure recovery support.
• Monitor patient movement to maintain safety and minimize delays.
• Communicate effectively with nursing and surgical staff to optimize workflow.
• Provide a professional, calm, and supportive presence for patients and families.
• Strictly adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) infection control protocols.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and organized clinical environment at all times.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the surgical center.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1–2 years of Dental Assistant experience required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Experience in oral surgery and/or ASC setting is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in dental terminology, radiography, and surgical asepsis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and assist with patient transfers.
• Ability to lift-up to 25 lbs as needed.

Schedule:

• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday (with possibility of early morning start for first case). Weekends sometimes.
• No major holidays or weekends (though some ASCs may require occasional flexibility).

Ability to Commute:

• Based in Brooklyn and able to commute to Flushing, Queens for training

Work Location: In person | Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Queens Surgical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact us