Chairside Dental Assistant – Foreign Trained Dentist

EHUD SASSON

Treatment Coordinator at New York Family Dentistry, providing patient education and management. Supporting foreign-trained dentists in building U.S.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leverage your dental expertise to effectively educate patients about treatment options
Explain clinical benefits of dental treatments using your comprehensive dental knowledge
Guide patients through insurance benefits and out-of-pocket costs
Assist with third-party financing and credit applications
Create treatment plans that address patients' oral health needs while working within their financial constraints
Document treatment discussions, financial arrangements, and required prior approvals
Provide chairside support when needed, putting your clinical background to use

Requirements

What you’ll need

Dental Degree (DDS, DMD, or equivalent) from a recognized international institution
Currently working as a Chairside Assistant in a U.S. dental practice
Pursuing or planning to pursue U.S. dental accreditation
Strong understanding of dental procedures across specialties
Fluent in English with excellent communication skills
Passion for patient education and dental care coordination.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive hourly rates starting at $25/hour plus bonus commission
Flexible schedule that can accommodate continuing education requirements

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Hard Skills & Tools

dental procedurestreatment planningpatient educationinsurance benefits guidancefinancial arrangements documentationchairside supportthird-party financing assistance

Soft Skills

communication skillspatient care coordinationinterpersonal skillseducational skills

Certifications

Dental Degree (DDS, DMD, or equivalent)U.S. dental accreditation