Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

Job overview

The Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery) role is onsite in New York, NY, at the Leading Edge Oral Surgery practice in Elmhurst. The stated pay range is $22–$28 per hour. The practice describes a modern care environment focused on patient comfort and communication. The assistant supports the oral surgeon and helps keep patient visits safe and organized, from imaging and procedure preparation to infection control and patient education. The role contributes to smooth practice operations through clinical assistance and office support.

What you'll do

• Welcome patients
• assist the oral surgeon during procedures
• take digital radiographs, CBCT images, and intra-oral scans as prescribed
• prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• sanitize and prepare operatories
• follow OSHA and safety policies
• provide oral hygiene education as needed
• assist with office tasks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

oral surgery

surgical dental procedures

patient care

digital radiographs

cbct

intra-oral scanning

infection control

elmhurst ny

new york ny

part-time

$22–$28/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with matching
• paid time off up to three weeks plus an annual personal day
• discounted in-house dental services
• annual scrub allowance
• additional team perks. Benefits vary by employment status.

Why this role

Prior dental assisting experience with surgical procedures is required; experience with digital radiographs, CBCT, and intra-oral 3D scanning is sought.

About the employer

Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.