Surgical Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Surgical Dental Assistant

$28–$38/hour | Full-Time | No Weekends | Upper East Side, NYC

Join our prestigious Upper East Side dental practice as a Surgical Dental Assistant ! We are seeking a skilled, professional, and patient-focused team member to assist in sophisticated surgical procedures, including IV sedation.

In our high-end surgical practice, you will never have to worry about having your hours cut or if your paycheck will be there on time. We are busy and thriving, and so are our staff!

This is an excellent long-term career opportunity for someone with surgical dental assisting experience who wants to grow professionally within a supportive practice—without the need to pursue additional schooling.

What You’ll Do

As a Surgical Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring that surgical procedures run smoothly while delivering a safe and comfortable experience for patients. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the dentist during surgical procedures, including IV sedation
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and surgical equipment
• Ensuring patient comfort and safety before, during, and after procedures
• Maintaining accurate patient records and surgical documentation
• Supporting the clinical team to ensure a high standard of care and efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of surgical dental assisting experience
• Experience with IV sedation is required
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
• No weekends

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $28–$38/hour
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, team-focused workplace culture
• Long-term opportunity to grow professionally and advance your career
• Work in a modern, high-end dental practice

If you are a motivated, skilled Surgical Dental Assistant who thrives in a professional and patient-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join our Upper East Side surgical dental team!

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Requirements

2 years of surgical dental assisting experience, in oral surgery.

Must be able to do IV sedation

Benefits

$28 - $38 per hour

Benefits offered:

Medical

Dental discounts

Pension plan

Paid holidays and personal and sick days

After 1 year, 1 week paid vacation. 

Yearly bonus and raise based on individual performance