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