Dental Assistant Jobs in Massapequa Park, NY

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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Part-Time Dental Assistant in Oakland Gardens

  • Bayside, NY (18 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bayside, NY (18 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Part-time dental assistant needed for busy endodontic practice. Willing to train the right candidate....

Dental Assistant

  • Great Neck, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Great Neck, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Immediate Hire PT - Tuesday and Thursday General Family Practice 4 handed dentistry required. Ability to take x-rays and impressions Willing to train but must have some dental experience Send...

Dental Assistant

  • Williston Park, NY (11 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Williston Park, NY (11 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 4 days ago

for chairside dental assistant for high quality general dental practice....

Part Time Dental Assistant

  • Massapequa Park, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Massapequa Park, NY
  • 4 days ago

Part Time Dental Assistant (Massapequa) compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Dental Assistant P/T dental assistant needed....

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Holbrook, NY (21 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY (21 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We offer: A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology...

Dental assistant part time

  • Whitestone, NY (20 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whitestone, NY (20 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Dental assistant position available. Tuesdays and Fridays a must, some Mondays. Experience preferred but will train. Modern, clean Whitestone office....

Part Time Dental Assistant

  • Massapequa Park, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Massapequa Park, NY
  • 6 days ago

P/T dental assistant needed. Candidates should have knowledge of taking digital x-rays and experience in four-handed dentistry. GREAT environment for a punctual energetic worker!...

Orthodontics Dental Assistant Traveling (PT)

  • Islandia, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Islandia, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Dental Assistant

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Qualifications Qualifications: Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or Six months on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation) X-Ray certification Nitrous Oxide certification...

Dental Assistant - Long Island City

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 19 days ago

You're a dental assistant who has: Any state-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for dental assistants Active CPR/BLS certification Strong patient care and communication skills Excitement...

Dental Assistant

  • Bay Shore, NY (12 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (12 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Dental Assistant

  • Freeport, NY (7 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Freeport, NY (7 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Assistant Certification required Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification Two years experience working in the health care field Capacity for covering Dental Assistants at all sites as needed SALARY: Commensurate...

Dental Assistant

  • Jackson Heights, NY (23 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson Heights, NY (23 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Apicha Community Health Center DENTAL ASSISTANT in Jackson Heights , New York see attached...

Dental Assistant

  • Islip Terrace, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Islip Terrace, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

About This Office We have a great Part-Time opportunity available for a talented Dental Assistant to join our tight-knit team....

Hygiene Assistant

  • Islip Terrace, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Islip Terrace, NY (15 miles from Massapequa Park, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Details Req ID: 101613 Supported Practice: Terrace Dental Associates Category: Hygiene Assistant Location: 859 Connetquot Avenue, Islip Terrace, NY 11752 Salary: $16.28 - $22.79 per hour...

Demographic Data for Massapequa Park, NY

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Massapequa Park, NY

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Massapequa Park, NY offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in Massapequa Park, NY
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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