Dental Assistant

Actalent is hiring for an experienced Dental Assistant! Job DescriptionThis full-time Dental Assistant role offers the opportunity to support a growing dental practice by providing high-quality chairside assistance, maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, and contributing to a positive patient experience. The position is ideal for candidates with at least six months of dental experience or recent graduates with a dental assisting certification who are eager to learn, collaborate with a close-knit team, and build a long-term career in dentistry.Responsibilities

• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols to ensure a safe and clean clinical environment.
• Turn over and prepare treatment rooms between patients, including cleaning surfaces, restocking supplies, and setting up necessary instruments and materials.
• Meet and greet patients, help them feel comfortable, and guide them to treatment rooms while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Assist with clinical procedures by supporting dentists and specialists, including handling instruments and materials as directed.
• Take arches off and assist with related dental procedures as needed, following clinical instructions and practice standards.
• Prepare rooms for the next patient by organizing equipment and ensuring all required tools and materials are ready for use.
• Support laboratory activities, such as preparing materials, organizing cases, and assisting with lab-related tasks as directed.
• Use and understand dental terminology when communicating with providers and team members to ensure accurate and efficient coordination of care.
• Participate in daily huddles to review schedules, patient needs, and priorities for the day, and collaborate with the team on workflow and patient care.
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality by arriving in time for the daily huddle and being ready to start the days activities.
• Maintain a professional, positive attitude and contribute to a respectful, team-oriented work culture.
• Follow practice policies and procedures related to infection control, patient confidentiality, and clinical safety.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of dental experience, or recent graduation from a dental assisting program with a dental assisting certification.
• Familiarity with dental terminology and the ability to use it accurately in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrated humility and openness to learning new skills, techniques, and processes.
• Strong team player mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with dentists, specialists, and fellow assistants.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a growing practice environment.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor when interacting with patients and colleagues.
• Genuine passion for dentistry and patient care.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Dental Assistant credential is preferred but not required.
• Experience with dental assisting tasks such as sterilization, room turnover, and chairside support.
• Comfort working with multiple providers, including oral surgeons and prosthodontists.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide a welcoming experience for patients.
• Interest in long-term career growth within a dental practice.
• Enthusiasm for ongoing training and professional development.

Work EnvironmentThis is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with typical hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The team holds a daily huddle at 8:00 a.m., and you are expected to arrive by approximately 7:45 a.m. to prepare for the day. You will work in a busy, collaborative practice that includes approximately 12 full-time employees and a few per diem staff, with one oral surgeon, two prosthodontists, and four dental assistants. The environment is team-oriented, focused on high-quality patient care, and offers competitive pay, structured training, the opportunity to be part of a growing practice, and strong long-term potential for professional growth. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Plains, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe 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 & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Plains, NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in White Plains,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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