Dental Assistant
4 weeks ago
As a dental assistant, you play a vital role in helping people achieve and maintain healthy smiles. You'll work closely with dentists to provide top-notch care and make a real difference in the lives of your patients.
Opportunities for Growth
Becoming a dental assistant can be the first step on a rewarding career path in the dental field. With experience and further education, you can advance to roles such as dental hygienist, dental office manager, or even pursue dentistry itself.
Job Stability
The demand for dental assistants is on the rise, making it a secure career choice. You'll enjoy competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a variety of dental settings.
Benefits & Perks
Paid holidays
Additional paid time off (PTO)
Qualifying non-profit for federal student loan forgiveness program
Casual dress code
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Free dental insurance
Paid employer-sponsored life insurance
Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident, and cancer insurance
Up to $600 annually for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan and up to $1,200 if a spouse also completes
Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
Take advantage of our dental and outpatient mental health services while working
Employee referral program
Salary Range
$27.00 per hour
Responsible to
Dental Assistant Team Leader
Job Summary
The dental assistant assists dentists in the treatment of patients and the completion of dental procedures.
Essential Job Duties
Assistance in the completion of dental procedures and maintenance of dental operatory in a manner consistent with practice standards and infection control requirements.
Patient care, including medical histories, charting, and education.
Any duties covered under the NYS Dental Practice Act permissible under licensure.
Skills
- Computer skills in email, Microsoft Office, and dental software
- Competency in dental assisting skills and infection control procedures
- Working knowledge of DOH regulations
- Good interpersonal skills
Education
Minimum Degree Required
- High school diploma/GED
Experience
Minimum experience required: 6 months, which can include DA training program
Required License/Registration/Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant (certification in dental assisting and meeting the requirement for dental licensure in NYS)
Training
New hire orientation
Risking connections
Physical Requirements
The overall nature of the position is sedentary, requiring little physical effort, with occasional light physical exertion required. There is little, if any, exposure to environmental conditions.
- The constant physical demand of the position is sitting.
- The frequent physical demands of the position are standing, walking, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
- The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.
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