Dental Assistant
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Work type
- Full Time · On-site
- Posted
- 2026-08-24
Job description
What You'll Do
As an Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in creating confident smiles while supporting our orthodontists and providing an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting the orthodontist during patient treatment
Preparing treatment rooms and orthodontic instruments
Sterilizing instruments following OSHA and infection control standards
Taking digital X-rays, intraoral scans, photographs, and impressions
Entering accurate clinical notes into patient records
Educating patients on oral hygiene and appliance care
Fabricating Essix retainers and assisting with basic laboratory duties
Preparing and tracking laboratory cases
Keeping operatories clean, organized, and patient-ready
Every day is different, and every day is an opportunity to learn something new.
Who We're Looking For
We're searching for individuals who are:
High school graduate or equivalent
Passionate about patient care
Reliable with strong attendance
Positive, coachable, and eager to learn
Organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communicators with a professional attitude
Experience Preferred
At least 6 months of experience in a dental office or healthcare setting
Orthodontic experience is a plus—but not required
Experience with digital scanners is a plus
No Dental Assistant license? No problem! If you're motivated and ready to learn, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.