Dental Assistant (Contract) - New York, NY

Job Title: Dental Assistant – Contract

Location: New York, NY 10003

Duration: 9 Weeks

Schedule

• Day Shift (40 hours/week)
• Monday – Friday
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support clinical dental operations in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This role requires strong chairside assisting skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, sterile, and patient-focused environment. Prior experience assisting in oral surgery procedures is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
• Prepare and position patients; adjust dental chair and equipment as needed
• Set up and organize dental instruments, materials, and supplies
• Provide chairside assistance, including instrument transfer and suctioning
• Assist during procedures such as extractions and oral surgeries
• Maintain a clear operative field and support patient comfort
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare instruments in compliance with infection control standards
• Take and assist with dental X-rays and imaging procedures
• Mix dental materials (e.g., amalgam) as needed
• Maintain accurate patient records, including treatments and documentation
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the clinical environment
• Follow all safety and regulatory protocols

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program
• Minimum 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
• Prior oral surgery assisting experience (Required)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments and chairside techniques
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity (standing, bending, lifting)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume dental or surgical setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with dental imaging and X-ray procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Certifications & Compliance

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Dental Assistant Program Certification (Required)
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization standards (Required)

For more details contact at [email protected] or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.