Dental Assistant

The Smilist·New York

$24 - $28/hrPart Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 11 days ago

Practice for this role

Dental Assistant · $24 - $28/hr

About the role

Pay for this role is about 40% below the New York median for dental roles.

The Dental Assistant will support doctors by preparing treatment rooms, maintaining sterile environments, and assisting during dental procedures. They are also responsible for escorting patients and managing supply levels within the operatory.

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 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: Part Time - Tuesday through Thursday; potential 1-2 Saturdays per month

Salary Range

$24.00 to $28.00/hour Location: Greenpoint Brooklyn, NY 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 proven experience as a Dental Assistant and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with dental instruments and procedures is required, with prior experience in Dentrix preferred.

Teamwork
Multitasking
Communication
Sterilization
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Dentrix
Patient preparation
Dental assistance

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Professional growth opportunities
Continuing education

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $24 - $28/hr
Location: New York
Posted: Aug 28, 2026
Closes: Nov 26, 2026
Application: Employer website

Dental assistant roles remain steady in New York

In New York, dental assistant openings are typically driven by ongoing outpatient and specialty dental care needs, with employers often looking for candidates who can support chairside procedures and patient flow. This role is competitive because a high school diploma is required and prior dental assistant or operating room experience is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight hands-on clinical support and teamwork.