Dental Assistant

Description:

• Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Assistant in a fast-paced community setting.
• This full-time role, based in Trenton, NJ, requires assisting dentists with patient care, managing administrative tasks, and utilizing generic patient management systems.
• Ideal for entry-level candidates eager to develop their skills.
   

Requirements
 

• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments according to safety standards.
• Maintain operatory readiness and infection control.
• Escort and seat patients, verifying identity and medical history.
• Capture diagnostic radiographs and support dental procedures.
• Manage inventory and coordinate supply orders.
• Support front desk operations, including scheduling and data entry.
• Assist with scanning and uploading medical documents.
   

Qualifications
 

• High school diploma required; dental assisting program completion preferred.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) and Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Current New Jersey Radiological License required.
• Ambulatory Surgery Technician Certification required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.