Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery DAOSLN

Job Title: Dental Assistant Oral Surgery
Location: New York NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks

Schedule:

• Day Shift Monday Friday
• 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
• 40 hours per week

Compensation: $26 $39 per hour (based on experience)

Position Overview

A well-established healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant with a strong background in oral surgery. This role involves providing chairside assistance during surgical and general dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort and maintaining high standards of clinical efficiency and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and oral surgical procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms instruments and dental materials
• Seat and position patients; adjust chairs and equipment as needed
• Provide chairside assistance including instrument handling and retraction
• Operate suction equipment to maintain a clear operative field
• Assist with tooth extractions and other oral surgical interventions
• Mix dental materials such as amalgam and fillings as directed
• Sterilize instruments linens and maintain infection control standards
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Assist with dental X-rays if required

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program (required)
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant (required)
• Prior experience assisting with oral surgery (required)

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) American Heart Association (AHA) required

Skills & Physical Requirements

• Strong chairside assisting and surgical support skills
• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control procedures
• Ability to mix dental materials accurately
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity (standing bending lifting typing)
• Strong attention to detail and patient safety

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a 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.