Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant — Milltown, NJ | Established Family Dental Practice
Lynn Family Dentistry, a long-standing general dental practice serving Milltown, East
Brunswick, North Brunswick, and the surrounding Middlesex County area, is seeking an
experienced Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. Founded in 1956, our practice
has earned a reputation for personalized, relationship-driven care across three
generations of patients.

About the Role
The Dental Assistant works chairside with our dentist to deliver high-quality patient care.

This role is central to the clinical workflow: preparing operatories, assisting during
procedures, taking radiographs, and ensuring every patient is comfortable and well
cared for throughout their visit.

Key Responsibilities
 Assist chairside during dental procedures
 Set up, break down, and disinfect operatories between patient visits
 Take dental radiographs in compliance with New Jersey regulations
 Sterilize instruments and maintain OSHA-compliant infection control protocols
 Take photos, impressions, and bite registrations as directed by the dentist
 Document clinical notes and update patient charts accurately in Dentrix Ascend
 Review pre and post-operative instructions with patients
 Manage clinical inventory, instrument maintenance, and operatory readiness
 Support patient comfort and clear communication throughout each visit
 Assist with administrative duties as needed
Required Qualifications
 Minimum 1 year of experience as a dental assistant
 Current CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
 Working knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
 Familiarity with HIPAA and OSHA standards
 High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
 X-Ray Certification
 Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential from DANB
 Working knowledge of Dentrix Ascend or comparable dental practice
management software
Compensation
 $20–$25 per hour, based on experience
 Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, and employee dental discount
Schedule
 Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
 Wednesday: Off
 Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
 Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (every other week)
About Lynn Family Dentistry
Lynn Family Dentistry has served Milltown and the surrounding Middlesex County
community for nearly 70 years. We are a single-provider general dental practice with a
loyal patient base and a small, close-knit team. Our office combines the warmth of a
small-town family practice with the systems and standards of a modern dental office.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Milltown, NJ 08850 (Required)
Work Location: In person