Dental Assistant (Full-Time) - Dr. Margaret Fitzsimons DDS PC - Maspeth, NY

About Us We are a modern, privately owned dental practice that believes dentistry should feel easy, comfortable, and genuinely enjoyable for our patients. We invest heavily in technology, training, and creating an exceptional patient experience—from massage chairs and warm towels to same-day crowns, digital scanners, and a supportive team culture. We're not a high-volume corporate office. We take our time, do things the right way, and hold ourselves to a very high standard. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys staying busy, and wants to become an essential part of a close-knit team. What You'll Do Assist the doctors during restorative, cosmetic, surgical, pediatric, and emergency procedures Prepare treatment rooms before patients arrive so everything needed is ready Anticipate the doctor's needs during procedures Take digital radiographs, intraoral photos, and digital scans Sterilize instruments and maintain OSHA compliance Turn over operatories efficiently Prepare CEREC crowns and 3D printing (*We will teach you this) Help educate patients about treatment and home care Monitor lab cases and ensure cases are ready before appointments Support the team wherever needed to keep the day running smoothly We're Looking For Someone Who Has previous dental assisting experience (2+ years preferred) Is reliable—you show up on time and prepared every day Thinks ahead instead of waiting to be told what to do Pays close attention to detail Works well under pressure without becoming overwhelmed Loves learning new technology and improving your skills Is positive, professional, and kind with patients Is a true team player who is willing to jump in wherever needed Takes ownership of your work and follows through This Position Is Probably NOT For You If You prefer being told every step of what to do. You become frustrated by constructive feedback. You are frequently late or unreliable. You don't enjoy working at a fast pace. You believe "good enough" is good enough. Why Our Team Loves Working Here Modern technology including digital scanners and same-day crowns Beautiful, recently renovated office Doctors who genuinely enjoy teaching and mentoring Positive, supportive team culture Competitive compensation Performance bonuses Paid holidays Paid vacation Continuing education opportunities Uniform allowance No evenings or weekends Schedule Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Our Ideal Candidate You're the type of person who notices the doctor is running low on anesthetic before they ask. You listen carefully when the doctor is speaking with a patient because you're already preparing for what comes next. You enjoy staying busy. If there are no patients in your room, you're finding ways to help the team, checking lab cases, stocking supplies, or preparing for the next appointment. You believe that taking exceptional care of patients starts with taking pride in every small detail. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you. Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years preferred X-ray certification preferred Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Uniform allowance Work Location: In person

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