Dental assistant / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Dental Assistant/Surgical Assistant needed for Plattsburgh Oral Surgery PC (Plattsburgh, NY). The ideal candidate is highly motivated and able to work in a fast pace environment. Primary Job duties includes assisting oral surgeon in providing oral and maxillofacial surgery treatments, provide care and education to patients. Must possess knowledge and skill of clinical procedures, processes and dental administrative functions. We are willing to train a dental assistant who is interested in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Duties and Responsibilities Welcome and escort patient from reception area to and from the treatment areas. Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient. Recognize signs of a dental emergency, and insure proper and timely response and notification to patient, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary. Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.. Assist oral surgeon with oral surgery treatment in accordance with the delegable duties allowable by state. Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by surgeon. Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist dentist during dental procedures. Learn and comply with state and Federal OSHA laws, infection control, safety standards in the dental office and operatory, including but not limited to: wearing personal protective (PPE) barriers such as gloves, scrubs, and eye wear; disinfecting and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas; and disposing properly of contaminated or bio-hazardous waste/materials. Insure review and completion of documentation, including but not limited to: accurate and current medical history, medical alerts, and signed consent forms. Effectively provide dental education and information to insure patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment. Effectively present to patient the dental treatment plan and proposed plan for continuing treatments in professional and confidential manner. Ensure treatment rooms are appropriately equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary. Maintain professional working environment within office team. Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews, and regular office meetings. Adhere to OSHA compliant uniform attire and basic personal hygiene standards per Company policy. Understand and abide by HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality Additional responsibilities in accordance with the delegable duties allowable by state. Currently, we can offer 20-30hrs/wk (Our schedule can be flexible for the right candidate), 401k and Health Care Savings Plan. Pay will be determined by qualifications and experience. If you are interested please email CV or call 518-562-1020 for an application. Visit our website at PlattsburghOralSurgery.com for more information about our clinic.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$19.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person