Certified Dental Assistant

Job Information Job Title: Certified Dental Assistant Location: Bronx, NY Posted: 7/9/2026 Job ID: 4500 Job Category: Dental Position Type: Employee (Full Time) Positions Available: 2 Position Summary Position Summary: As a member of the Dental Department, we are hiring Dental Assistants who will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the team. Dental Assistants will provide chairside support to Pediatric and General Dentistry and allow for our Dentists to provide efficient, high quality care to patients. They are responsible for providing hands-on support and completing prep work so Dentists can complete the required tasks at maximum speed and efficiency. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Dental Assistant Certificate required. 0-1 years of related experience in a dental setting with four-handed dentistry preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred. Knowledge of Dental Software and EHR (e.g., Dentrix), highly desired. Ability to adhere to National Patient Safety Goals. Key Duties Assists the Dentist with routine procedures. Prepares treatment room and tray setups for dental provider. Takes digital X-rays and impressions. Orders dental supplies and maintains inventory. Completes infection control sterilization of all equipment and instruments. Schedules appointments and maintains reception area as required. Distributes patient educational materials as needed. Starting Compensation Minimum $23.00 per hour; Maximum $23.00 per hour. Benefits Fully funded Health Insurance for you; 73.5% funded Health Insurance for your family. Dental, Vision, and prescription coverage. 401(k) Retirement Savings (including 3% annual employer contribution). Comprehensive time off including paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays (including your birthday!). Flex Spending Accounts (Health care, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits). Entertainment Discount Programs. Employee Assistant Programs. Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Fitness Discounts and Perks through our medical plan. $50,000 term life Insurance. Work Environment, Location, and Schedule We are hiring for: El Nuevo San Juan: 1065 Southern Blvd, Bronx NY 10459. Candidates must be flexible to work shifts between Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm. Equal Opportunity Employer UHP is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr