Dental Assistant Lumina Dental of Upper Saddle River Upper Saddle River, NJ Job Details Part-time $20 - $34 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Patient comfort Preoperative patient preparation Maintaining an organized workspace Dental care patient counseling Post-session clinical documentation General dentistry Preparing dental treatment areas Surgical instrument organization Pre-examination patient preparation In-person customer service Oral surgery assistance experience Care documentation Assisting medical staff Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Preparing medical treatment area Digitization Operating room inventory management Dental x-ray Intraoral scanners Dental equipment Cleaning Digital dental impression taking Patient interaction Medical post-procedure instructions Patient education Surface decontamination Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Full Job Description Lumina Dental of Upper Saddle River is a modern, patient-centered dental practice focused on providing exceptional care in a warm, comfortable, and welcoming environment. We are looking for a friendly, motivated, and dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who is compassionate, organized, detail-oriented, and genuinely enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. As a Dental Assistant, you will work closely with the dentist to provide an efficient, seamless patient experience while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the dentist during general, restorative, cosmetic, implant, and other dental procedures Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures Take digital dental radiographs as permitted by New Jersey regulations Assist with digital scanning and other dental technology Sterilize and disinfect instruments and treatment rooms according to infection-control protocols Review patient medical histories and prepare patients for treatment Provide patients with pre- and post-operative instructions Help patients feel comfortable, informed, and at ease throughout their visits Maintain organized, well-stocked operatories and monitor clinical supplies Support efficient patient flow and collaborate with the front-office and clinical team Maintain accurate clinical documentation as needed Help uphold Lumina Dental's high standards for patient experience, professionalism, and quality of care

Pay:

$20.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person