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Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry
Center Moriches, New York

Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery) (Welcoming Bonus)

Dental 8.0 Work-LifeNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$19-$27/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 54m ago · Verified live

Job Description

At Leading Edge Oral Surgery, we are committed to providing an exceptional level of care to our patients. Our employees are ambitious, driven and have fun while delivering high quality care in beautiful, modern offices complete with state-of-the-art technology. We're looking for dedicated team members to help build our network of practices and provide excellent experiences to all our patients.

Seeking motivated Dental Assistants with experience or special interest in working with Oral Surgery. Offering a $2,000 welcoming bonus to the right fit with our team!

Our Practice

  • Eastern Long Island Oral Surgery
  • 760 Montauk Hwy #10, Center Moriches, New York 11934

Hiring Schedule

  • Monday: 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Friday: 8:30am-1:00pm

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 required.
  • 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: $19/HR - $27/HR
  • 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.

#LEALL

Salary Range

$19—$27 USD

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Oral Surgery SupportSterilizationPatient CareOSHA Compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery) (Welcoming Bonus) at Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Surgery (Dental) — ranked against 267 active Surgery (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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 ~$48k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $44k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Surgery Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs

2
<$50k
1
$52k
2
$60k-70k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution5 jobs

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

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$25-$32/hr
#2

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VCU Health · Richmond, Virginia

$19.87-$30.79/hr
#3

Dental Assistant- Oral Surgery

$20 - $25/hr
#4

Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

$19-$24/hr
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

8.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 5% in Surgery (Dental)

  • No call
  • On-site

Living in Center Moriches

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$683k
Median resident rent
$2,307/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans
401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching
Generous Paid-Time Off (up to 3 weeks + annual 'you' day)
Exclusive In-house Dental Program
Fresh Scrubs Allowance
Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits
$2,000 Welcoming Bonus