Dental Assistant at Select Dental Management

Town of Haverstraw, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Sterilization, Digital Imaging, Record Keeping, Infection Control, OSHA Guidelines, HIPAA Compliance, Dental Equipment Maintenance, Collaboration, Patient Comfort, Dentrix Experience, CPR Certification

Industry

Dentists

Description

Cosmetic Dentistry Associates proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career. We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically- focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office. Apply today and be part of our exciting job Schedule: Full Time / Part Time Overview We are looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant ensures that quality patient care is a priority. Dental Assistants are an essential part of the team that help the dentist to set up equipment, educate and prepare patients for treatment, aid the dentist in the safe and efficient execution of procedures, and record and document procedures as directed by the Practice Leader. Duties/Responsibilities * Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner. * Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures. * Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists. * Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations. * Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents. * Setup and breakdown rooms according to infection control protocols between patients. * Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers. * Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist. Required Skills/Abilities * Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures. * Work with and maintain all dental equipment. * Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment. * Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction in a professional manner. * Present to work during scheduled shifts (see office manual for specifics). Education and Experience * 5 Years of DA experience preferred * DENTRIX experience preferred * At least one year of dental assisting experience. * Current CPR certification. * Other State License/Certification Requirements based on the state you are employed. * Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certification preferred. Physical Requirements * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Prolonged periods of periods of standing and bending. * Must be able to lift

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant ensures quality patient care by preparing patients for treatment, aiding the dentist during procedures, and accurately recording documentation as directed by the Practice Leader. Key duties include greeting patients professionally, sterilizing instruments, taking digital images, and maintaining meticulous patient charts.