Registered Dental Assistant

Small general dentistry office in Edison, NJ looking for a dental assistant to join our team. Dr. Yage Wu is the owner and only dentist working at this location.

Our ideal candidate is someone with experience to manage all aspects of the back office, provide excellent patient care, and work seamlessly with the doctor and front desk manager. As a small private practice, we strive to maintain a healthy work environment and follow a daily patient schedule that is comfortable for every team member. We want all tasks to be completed carefully and meticulously, with cleanliness, great attention to detail and safety as top priorities. As the doctor’s only dental assistant, you will be expected to be punctual and reliable at all times.

All equipment and instruments at our office are modern and well maintained.

The dental assistant’s work hours are:
Mondays 9:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesdays 8:30am - 6:30pm
Fridays 8:30am - 5pm
1st Saturday of every month 8:30am - 1:30pm

Start date is Monday July 6th, 2026

Work days that fall on federal holidays will be paid. The doctor takes 3 weeks of vacation per year which will be paid as regular work weeks.

We will implement a 1-month trial period for this role

Duties

• Greet patients and bring them into exam rooms
• Confirm patients' names and reason for their visit
• Take x-rays (digital) while adhering to safety standards
• Assist Dr. Wu during procedures: fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, dentures, clear aligners, etc
• Clean, prepare, sterilize instruments in compliance with infection control protocols
• Clean and maintain dental chairs and equipment
• Set up operatories with all necessary instruments and materials in preparation for treatment
• Keep inventory of supplies and materials
• Ensure the dental office is organized and functional
• Educate patients on oral hygiene care and post-treatment instructions
• Uphold HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality
• Must behave with professionalism at all times
• Be punctual and reliable

Qualifications

• X-ray certification in NJ
• 1-3 years of work experience as a Dental Assistant in general dentistry
• Strong understanding of dental terminology and infection control protocols
• Proficiency in using Open Dental or similar software
• Be detail-oriented with the ability to multitask effectively

Selected applicants must be available to come in for a working interview in June

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Edison, NJ 08820 (Required)

Work Location: In person