Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Job Type:

Regular

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Dental Clinic

Full time

40

1

First Shift (United States of America)

About the Role
As a Dental Assistant, you play an important part in helping patients feel comfortable, supported, and cared for during their visit. You’ll work side by side with dental providers and students, helping to ensure each appointment runs smoothly and efficiently.
This role goes beyond assisting with procedures. You’ll help create a positive experience for every patient while supporting a team that is dedicated to high-quality care.
The starting annual salary for this role is $42,641 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:

Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all instruments and materials are ready for care
Assist dental providers during examinations and procedures
Handle and organize dental instruments and equipment safely and efficiently
Support patients throughout their visit to help them feel at ease
Maintain accurate clinical and appointment records
Help manage scheduling and basic account documentation
Work closely with dentists, healthcare professionals, and dental students as part of a collaborative team

What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with people.
You’ll be successful in this role if you:

Have a strong interest in patient care and healthcare environments
Stay organized and can manage multiple tasks at once
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and team members
Work well in a team and are willing to support others
Take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and professional clinical space

Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, our work is guided by a shared mission to improve lives. Every role contributes to that impact.
Here’s what you can expect:

A meaningful role where your work directly supports patient care
A welcoming, team-focused environment where collaboration is valued
Opportunities to learn and grow within a respected healthcare institution
A workplace that prioritizes compassion, respect, and excellence
The chance to be part of an organization dedicated to advancing cancer treatment and research

Required Education and Experience

NOTE:

Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you…