Monmouth Dental Arts is a private dental practice dedicated to providing a welcoming, respectful, and patient-centered dental office environment. Our team fosters a collaborative and dynamic workplace at the forefront of the latest technology and techniques to ensure the highest standard of dental care for our community. Our office is located in Oakhurst, NJ.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for dentistry and be knowledgeable in the latest dental techniques and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the dentist during procedures, sterilizing instruments, taking patient X-rays, lab tasks, as well as other responsibilities outlined below. Whether it is direct patient care or administrative support, our Dental Assistant will ensure all dental office regulations are adhered to and our office procedures are followed seamlessly, while creating a positive experience for our patients and working cohesively with our amazing team.

Previous experience with Dentrix Ascend is a huge plus.

Responsibilities:

 Welcome patients to the dental office

 Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort

 Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed

 Sterilize instruments according to regulations

 Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry

 Take radiographs including CBCTs

 Undertake lab tasks as instructed

 Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

 Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

 Schedule appointments

 Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills:

 Proven experience as dental assistant

 Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

 Understanding of health and safety regulations

 Sufficient computer skills, excellent communication and people skills

 Attention to detail

 Well-organized and reliable

Experience: NJ dental assisting — 3 years (required)

License/Certification: NJ Dental Radiology License (required), Registered Dental Assistant certification (preferred)

Benefits:

 Health insurance and other benefits

 Paid time off

 401k

 Dental insurance

 Employee discount

 Flexible schedule

 Health insurance and other benefits

 Paid time off

 401k

Job Types: Part-Time, Full-Time

Compensation: $27-33 per hour, commensurate with experience and certification level

Schedule: Monday 8:45 am to 5 pm (lunch 1-2 pm), Tuesday/Thursday 845 am to 6 pm (lunch 1-2 pm), Wednesday/Friday 8:45 am to 1:00/2:00 pm