Dental Assistant (Ortho)
The Smilist·Brick Township, New Jersey
The Smilist·Brick Township, New Jersey
The Dental Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for treatment and assisting doctors to ensure efficient quality care. They must maintain a sterile environment and manage operatory supply levels.
At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant (Ortho) to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.
Must be able to work in the following locations: Brick, Toms River, Lacey, Jackson, Englishtown.
Key
Responsibilities: Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment Escort patients to and from the front desk Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed Other duties as assigned by management
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year Prior ortho experience NJ x-ray license required RDA preferred, but not required Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently Attention to detail and a positive attitude
Competitive compensation Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more! Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients
Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday!
$28.00-$32.00/hour Location: Brick, Toms River, Jackson, Lacey, Englishtown, NJ The Smilist Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Dental Assistant and a valid NJ x-ray license. Prior orthodontic experience and familiarity with Dentrix are preferred.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in New Jersey often draw steady interest because practices need candidates who can handle patient flow, imaging, and chairside support in busy offices. This role is competitive when applicants already have X-ray experience, reliability, and any orthodontic background, since those skills help practices keep schedules moving. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your X-ray training and fast-paced office experience before applying.
