Surgical Dental Assistant
High End Hiring·New York
High End Hiring·New York
Assist the dentist during sophisticated surgical procedures, including IV sedation, and prepare treatment rooms and equipment. Ensure patient comfort and safety while maintaining accurate surgical documentation and records.
Surgical Dental Assistant $28–$38/hour | Full-Time | No Weekends | Upper East Side, NYC Join our prestigious Upper East Side dental practice as a Surgical Dental Assistant!
We are seeking a skilled, professional, and patient-focused team member to assist in sophisticated surgical procedures, including IV sedation.
In our high-end surgical practice, you will never have to worry about having your hours cut or if your paycheck will be there on time.
We are busy and thriving, and so are our staff!
This is an excellent long-term career opportunity for someone with surgical dental assisting experience who wants to grow professionally within a supportive practice—without the need to pursue additional schooling.
What You’ll Do As a Surgical Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring that surgical procedures run smoothly while delivering a safe and comfortable experience for patients.
Responsibilities include: Assisting the dentist during surgical procedures, including IV sedation Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and surgical equipment Ensuring patient comfort and safety before, during, and after procedures Maintaining accurate patient records and surgical documentation Supporting the clinical team to ensure a high standard of care and efficiency What We’re Looking For Minimum 2 years of surgical dental assisting experience Experience with IV sedation is required Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism Positive, team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills Commitment to providing exceptional patient care Schedule Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM No weekends
Competitive pay: $28–$38/hour Comprehensive benefits package Supportive, team-focused workplace culture Long-term opportunity to grow professionally and advance your career Work in a modern, high-end dental practice If you are a motivated, skilled Surgical Dental Assistant who thrives in a professional and patient-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join our Upper East Side surgical dental team! #IND 2 years of surgical dental assisting experience, in oral surgery. Must be able to do IV sedation $28 - $38 per hour Benefits offered: Medical Dental discounts Pension plan Paid holidays and personal and sick days After 1 year, 1 week paid vacation. Yearly bonus and raise based on individual performance
Requires a minimum of 2 years of surgical dental assisting experience specifically in oral surgery. Proficiency in IV sedation is mandatory, along with strong professional communication skills.
Market context
Surgical dental assistants are commonly in demand in New York practices that support implant and oral surgery workflows. Competition is strongest for candidates who can pair chairside experience with OSHA/HIPAA compliance, CBCT and panoramic imaging, and solid dental terminology; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your experience with implant procedures and imaging is clearly reflected on your resume.
