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UnitiMed

CNA Long Term Care

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

Cigna medical, MetLife dental and vision insurance * * License reimbursement for new licenses ... SIA Best Staffing Firms to Temp For - 2024 *Estimated weekly pay includes projected hourly wages ...

Kelly Services

Press Assistant

Buffalo, NY

$16 - $21/hr

This is a temp-hire position, on 1st shift, paying $19.00/hourMust be able to work overtime as ... Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision ...

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Kelly Services

Press Assistant

Buffalo, NY

$19/hr

This is a temp-hire position, on 1st shift, paying $19.00/hour Must be able to work overtime as ... Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision ...

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How much do temp dental assistants jobs pay per hour?

As of May 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for temp dental assistants in Buffalo, NY is $19.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temp Dental Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temp Dental Assistant, you need a strong understanding of dental procedures, infection control, and chairside assisting, often supported by completion of a dental assisting program and relevant certifications like radiology. Familiarity with dental software, digital x-ray systems, and sterilization equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and attention to detail help you integrate quickly into different dental teams and provide quality patient care. These skills ensure safe, efficient support to dentists and positive experiences for patients in various clinical environments.

What are some common challenges Temp Dental Assistants face when adapting to new dental offices?

Temp Dental Assistants often work in various dental practices, which means they need to quickly learn new office protocols, adapt to different dental teams, and become familiar with varying equipment and software. Flexibility and strong communication skills are crucial for success, as each office may have unique workflows and patient care procedures. Embracing a proactive attitude and asking questions early on can help overcome these challenges and ensure smooth integration into each new environment.

What are temp dental assistants?

Temp dental assistants are dental professionals who work on a temporary basis, filling in for regular staff during absences, busy periods, or special projects. They perform the same duties as permanent dental assistants, such as preparing patients for treatment, sterilizing instruments, and assisting dentists during procedures. Temp dental assistants may work for a staffing agency or directly with dental offices, and their assignments can range from a single day to several weeks or months. This flexibility helps dental practices maintain smooth operations without interruptions in patient care.

What is the difference between Temp Dental Assistants vs Dental Assistants?

AspectTemp Dental AssistantsDental Assistants
CredentialsCPR certification, dental assisting certification (if required)CPR certification, dental assisting certification (if required)
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments in various dental officesFull-time or part-time in a specific dental practice
Employer & Industry UsageStaffing agencies, temp agencies, dental officesDental practices, clinics, private offices
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for temporary dental assisting rolesSeeking permanent or long-term dental assisting positions

Temp Dental Assistants typically work on short-term assignments across multiple dental offices, offering flexibility and variety. Dental Assistants usually hold a permanent position within a single practice, providing consistent support. Both roles require similar certifications, but their employment nature differs, catering to different career preferences and needs.

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Infographic showing various Temp Dental Assistants job openings in Buffalo, NY as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,823 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Dental Assistant

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$47.48K/yr

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Job description

This is an Open Continuous Announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until September 30, 2026.Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Experience and Education:
    • Experience. Six months experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the work. OR,
    • Education. Successful completion of a 1-year dental assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on [Dental] Accreditation [(CODA)]. OR
    • Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying.
  • Certification. Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation, and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, and be certified as radiographers in their field.
    • Provisions for Certification of Radiologic Competence
      • (a) Successful completion of the Dental Radiation Health and Safety Examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.; OR,
      • (b) Successful completion of the Principles and Practice of Dental Radiology and Radiographic Safety courses and examinations developed by the Assistant Under Secretary for Health for Dentistry. OR,
      • (c) Successful completion of a radiation health and safety program or examination approved by a state board of dentistry or the Department of Defense (DoD).]
      • (2) Non-certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for certification of radiologic competence may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate dental assistant under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (a) (1) (D). Failure to obtain certification during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment. This [will result in removal from the GS-681 series and] may result in termination of employment.
      • (3) Certification in basic life support methods is highly desirable.
      • (4) Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes DANB as the national certification for Dental Assistants. DANB certifi- cation is not required, but highly desirable for the appointment of Dental Assistants up to and including the full performance level, and is required for all positions above the full performance level.]
      • (5) Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment.
  • Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including [ ] certification [(for positions above the full performance level)] that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:
    • [(1)] Such employees [ ] may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level, or [changed to lower grade] within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions. Such employees [MUST] meet the [certification] requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels.
    • [(2)] Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
    • [(3)] Employees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or licensure/certification/registration that meet all the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation.
    • [(4)] If an employee who was retained [ ] under this provision leaves [the] occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
  • Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
  • English Language Proficiency. Dental assistants must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part.

Grade Determinations: GS-6 Staff Dental Assistant (Full Performance Level)
  • (a) Experience. At least 1 year of experience [equivalent to] the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the [following] technical KSAs [ ]:
  • (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • 1. Ability to identify normal oral anatomy.
    • 2. Advanced knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in all phases of restorative, surgical, endodontic and periodontal care and procedures.
    • 3. Ability to monitor and perform basic interpretation of vital signs.
    • 4. Ability to independently provide procedure-specific patient education and appropriate referral of patient concerns to treating dentist.
    • 5. Ability to capture standard and special dental images of good diagnostic quality in traditional or digital formats.
    • 6. Ability to perform maintenance on dental equipment used for routine and specialty dentistry.
    • 7. Ability to enter and retrieve data utilizing electronic dental records.
    • 8. Ability to perform dental assistant-appropriate laboratory procedures]
  • (c) Assignment. Employee serves at the full performance level with the ability to perform full range of duties with some independence in assigned specialties, with indirect supervision from the lead dental assistant, dental assistant supervisor or treating dentist. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to: using the concepts of four-handed dentistry; assists with specialty procedures including oral surgery, periodontal therapy, endodontic, 7 prosthodontic and implant placement and restoration; anticipates surgeons/specialists needs at each stage of treatment; takes preliminary impressions; selects and manipulates a variety of gypsums and waxes; pours, trims and evaluates the quality of diagnostic casts; fabricates custom trays.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06.
Physical Demands: Work demands standing, walking, bending, twisting, and carrying light items.
Work Environment: Work is performed in an office/clinic setting with minimal risks that requires normal safety precautions; the area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, the work environment requires someone with the ability to handle several tasks at once in sometimes stressful situations.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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