Dental Assistant

The Smilist·Medford, New Jersey

$25 - $30/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Dental Assistant · $25 - $30/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-29% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in New Jersey ($35.00/hr, n=543)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 543 posted dental roles in New Jersey rates. This role sits in the 29th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 29% below the New Jersey median for dental roles.

The Dental Assistant will support doctors by preparing patients and treatment rooms while maintaining a sterile and comfortable environment. They are also responsible for managing dental tray setups, supply levels, and escorting patients throughout the office.

About Us

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 to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

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

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Dental Assistant - at least 1 year Must hold an active NJ x-ray license 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

What We Offer

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

Position Details: Schedule: Full Time

Salary Range

$25.00-$30.00/hour (based on licensure) Location: Medford, 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.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Dental Assistant and hold an active NJ x-ray license. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential for this role.

professional certificate
Teamwork
Multitasking
Communication
Sterilization
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Dentrix
Patient preparation
Dental assisting
Tray setup
X-ray licensing

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Professional growth opportunities
Continuing education

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25 - $30/hr
Location: Medford, New Jersey
Posted: Aug 7, 2026
Closes: Nov 5, 2026
Application: Employer website

New Jersey dental assistants are in steady demand

In New Jersey, dental assistant roles are commonly competitive because employers often look for prior surgical assisting experience, valid state certifications, and strong manual dexterity for fast-paced, team-based clinical settings. Benefits like medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off can make offers more attractive, so compare the full package carefully. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the role faster before applying.