Dental Assistant Jobs in Port Chester, 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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Dental Assistant

  • Commack, NY (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Commack, NY (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

un dental assistant (commack) Patrick Grillo dds pc 2171 Jericho Turnpike Suite 235 near old indian head road compensation: $18-20 / hour depending on experience employment type: experience level: entry...

Part Time Dental Assistant (Thursday Shift)

  • Elmhurst, NY (22 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elmhurst, NY (22 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Must possess Dental Assistant Certification 1 years of related experience in a dental setting. Bilingual Spanish/English required....

Dental Assistant Full-Time or Part-Time, Bergen County, NJ

  • Elmwood Park, NJ (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to become part of our outstanding team....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Great Neck, NY (17 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Great Neck, NY (17 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Current NYS Registered Dental Assistant license required....

Dental Assistant/Front Desk (Part Time) in Springfield area

  • Jamaica, NY (23 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (23 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Dental office looking for a part-time dental assistant. Location: Springfield, Queens area Some experience in the dental field and computer knowledge are necessary....

Dental Assistant

  • Commack, NY (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Commack, NY (24 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

part time position available small family dental practice Mondays & Thursdays 9-6 experience preferred but willing to train. $18-20 / hour depending on experience

Dental Assistant

  • New City, NY (18 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New City, NY (18 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Dental Assistant will help prepare the patient for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry....

Dental Assistant

  • Plainview, NY (19 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (19 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Our Dental office is a fast growing boutique office located in Plainview NY. If you are compassionate, like to have fun while you work, love to learn and are goal oriented then this is the place...

Dental Assistant w/ X-Ray

  • West New York, NJ (23 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • West New York, NJ (23 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Assistant preferred. + 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. + Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability...

Dental Assistant

  • Jackson Heights, NY (21 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson Heights, NY (21 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Dental Assistant for our Jackson Heights location....

Are you a SUPERSTAR Dental Assistant? - Great $ Bonuses & Hours

  • Little Neck, NY (18 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Neck, NY (18 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Fee-for-Service dental office seeks "Superstar" Dental Assistant. Bi-lingual desired....

Dental Assistant Needed Part Time

  • Mamaroneck, NY (5 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (5 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Experienced Dental Assistant needed for busy private office Tues, Wed, Sat from 11-5 pm. ASAP Must be proficient with digital xrays. Bilingual a plus Salary based on experience plz call ......

Dental assistant

  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 16 days ago

un Dental assistant MICHELLE KUN DDS compensation: based on experinence employment type: experience level: entry level job title: dental assisting Part time dental assisting job available in a pediatric...

Dental Assistant

  • Rye, NY (3 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rye, NY (3 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 21 days ago

In this role, you'll be an important member of the clinical team, working alongside GPs and other Specialty Clinicians dedicated to serving patients. You'll be supporting many sides of the...

Dental Assistant

  • White Plains, NY (4 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (4 miles from Port Chester, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients....

Demographic Data for Port Chester, NY

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Port Chester, NY

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Port Chester, 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 Port Chester, NY
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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