Dental Assistant

Actalent Is Hiring A Dental Assistant!! Job Description This full-time Dental Assistant role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing dental practice while receiving ongoing training and long-term development. The position focuses on supporting clinical operations, preparing treatment rooms, assisting with patient care, and maintaining a clean and efficient environment. Candidates with at least six months of dental experience or recent graduates with a dental certification are encouraged to apply, especially those who are humble, eager to learn, and committed to working as part of a collaborative team. Responsibilities

- Sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic clinical environment.
- Prepare and flip operatories between patients, including cleaning, organizing, and restocking rooms to ensure they are ready for the next appointment.
- Meet and greet patients in a professional and friendly manner, helping them feel comfortable and supported throughout their visit.
- Assist with taking arches off and performing related chairside tasks as directed by the clinical team.
- Set up treatment rooms with appropriate instruments, materials, and supplies before each procedure.
- Support clinical staff in the dental lab, including basic lab tasks and preparation of materials as needed.
- Use and understand dental terminology to communicate effectively with providers and team members.

Essential Skills

- At least 6 months of dental experience, or recent completion of a dental assisting program with a dental certification.
- Familiarity with dental terminology and the ability to use it accurately in a clinical setting.
- Demonstrated humility and openness to learning new techniques, processes, and technologies.
- Strong team player mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with dentists, specialists, and other staff.
- Reliable and punctual, with a consistent commitment to attending daily huddles and scheduled shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Certified or Registered Dental Assistant credential is preferred but not required.
- Experience working as a dental assistant in a multi-provider practice is a plus.
- Comfort assisting in a dental lab environment and learning new lab-related tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and help patients feel at ease.

Work Environment This is a full-time position in a busy, growth-oriented dental practice that operates Monday through Friday. Typical hours are approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a daily team huddle at 8:00 a.m.; team members are expected to plan to arrive by around 7:45 a.m. The practice includes 12 full-time employees and several per diem staff, with one oral surgeon, two prosthodontists, and four dental assistants working collaboratively to deliver high-quality patient care. The environment is team-focused, supportive, and emphasizes training, professional development, and long-term potential. Dental assistants work in modern treatment rooms and a clinical lab setting, using standard dental instruments and equipment while following established infection control and sterilization procedures. The culture values reliability, learning, and a positive attitude, offering competitive pay, structured training, and the opportunity to grow with the practice over time
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of West Harrison, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of West Harrison, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in West Harrison,NY. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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