Dental Assistant

Job Title: Dental Assistant Job Description
This Dental Assistant role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing practice by providing high-quality chairside support and patient care. You will handle full treatment responsibilities, support clinical workflows, and help ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for every patient. The position is ideal for someone with at least six months of dental experience who is familiar with dental terminology and eager to continue learning and growing in the field of dentistry.
Responsibilities
- Provide chairside assistance to dental providers during a wide range of general dental procedures.
- Greet patients warmly, help them feel comfortable, and prepare them for treatment.
- Turn over treatment rooms efficiently between patients, including cleaning and resetting rooms according to practice standards.
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment, following proper infection control protocols.
- Support post-surgery follow-up activities on non-surgical days, including communicating with patients and addressing basic post-treatment questions.
- Use and understand dental terminology in daily communication with providers and patients.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment throughout the day.
- Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and a positive patient experience.
- Demonstrate reliability by consistently arriving on time and following the established schedule.
- Participate in training opportunities and apply new knowledge and skills to daily work.
Essential Skills
- At least 6 months of experience working in a dental setting as a dental assistant or in a similar role.
- Strong familiarity with dental terminology and common dental procedures.
- Hands-on experience with general dental assisting responsibilities, including chairside support and room turnover.
- Ability to follow proper sterilization and infection control procedures for dental instruments and equipment.
- Humility and openness to learning new techniques, processes, and technologies.
- Reliable work habits, including consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor when interacting with patients and team members.
- Genuine passion for dentistry and patient care.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and participate in ongoing training.
- Ability to work effectively in a growing practice and adapt to changes in processes or workflows.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with patients.
- Team-oriented mindset, with the desire to support colleagues and contribute to a collaborative environment.
- Interest in long-term career growth within the dental field.
Work Environment
The role is based in a general dental practice environment with a typical schedule of approximately 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, plus half-day Fridays from about 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. You will work in treatment rooms equipped with standard dental instruments and equipment, following established sterilization and infection control procedures. The atmosphere is focused on patient care, teamwork, and professional development, with access to training and support from the clinical team. Attire is consistent with standard clinical and professional dental practice dress, ensuring a neat and hygienic appearance suitable for direct patient interaction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY. About Actalent

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