Dental Assistant Position Available In New York, New York

Dental Assistant Midtown Dental Office New York, NY Job Details Full-time From $26 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Dental assisting Sterilization High school diploma or GED Patient care Computer skills Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Schedule follow-up appointments Maintain accurate patient records Itero scanning, Taking xrays, sanitize instruments etc.. Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift No weekends

Work Location:

In person