Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)
Listed compensation
$22-$28/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Please Note: This position requires prior experience with Oral Surgery or surgical dental procedures.
Our Practice
- Leading Edge Oral Surgery (Elmhurst)
- 60-70 Woodhaven Blvd STE C2, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Hiring Schedule
- Sunday: OFF
- Monday: 8:45am-6:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:45am-6:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:45am-6:00pm
- Thursday: 8:45am-6:00pm
- Friday: 8:45am-6:00pm
- Saturday: OFF
Responsibilities
- Welcoming patients with a smile, making them feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit.
- Support the Oral Surgeon with various procedures.
- Taking digital radiographs, CBCT and intra-oral scans as prescribed
- Ensure strict infection control by meticulously preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Sanitizing and prepping operatories for respective treatments.
- Adhere to OSHA and safety policies, prioritizing a secure and healthy environment.
- Educate patients on effective oral hygiene strategies as needed
- Undertake diverse office tasks as needed for seamless practice operations.
Qualifications
- Prior dental assisting experience with surgical procedures required.
- Experience with digital radiographs, CBCT, and intra-oral (3d) scanning
- Any certification/license as required by the state to perform specified duties.
- A resume showcasing a consistent and stable employment history.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, delivering exceptional patient experiences.
Our Benefits
- Generous Compensation: We invest in the best and are competitive in our salary offers.
- Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans: Tailored options for you and your family's well-being.
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching: Secure your financial future with our employer-matched plan.
- Generous Paid-Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks, plus an annual "you" day for self-care.
- Exclusive In-house Dental Program: Heavily discounted services for you and your immediate family.
- Fresh Scrubs: Accrue an annual scrub allowance through our uniform partners.
- Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits: Enjoy additional benefits and ongoing perks for our dedicated teams.
*All benefits available at full-time employment (30+ hours weekly). Some benefits available for part-time employees as well.
- New York Salary Range: $22/HR - $28/HR range varies based on experience
- Step into a new era with Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry
A modern practice environment designed for superior care and comfort. We embrace cutting-edge technology in a soothing environment that goes beyond your ordinary dental practice. We’ve thought through every step in the patient’s experience to perfect our communication and care so that each visit is an eagerly anticipated event.
We’re a team that supports your success. Emphasizing health over sales, we cultivate a warm, supportive culture without the pressure of production quotas. Those motivated for growth in their career are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
We celebrate diversity. Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in terms of all conditions of employment.
Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to promote a work environment where all differences are respected.
NYC Pay Transparency
$22—$28 USD
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$52k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dental assistant | ranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$48k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Assistant listings in New York | 276 active | 5,716 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York healthcare professional listings: 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment276 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Surgery listings | 818 in the last 30 days | 489 the 30 days before (+67%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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