Dental Assistant

Liberty ARC; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant in Amsterdam, NY to support dentists, hygienists and surgeons during clinical services. The role includes assisting patients, preparing operatories, and coordinating with front desk staff for appointments. Must have dental experience or certification and English language proficiency.

This position requires 40 hours per week, with a pay range of $20.75–$28.05 per hour, and a strong commitment to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a dental setting or completion of Dental Certification required.
• Working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance as needed to the Dentist(s), Hygienist(s) and Oral Surgeon(s) during clinical services.
• Assist patient to and from the operatory and coordinate with staff for future appointments.
• Provide patients with care instructions and assist with medications and referrals as directed by providers.
• Prepare and clean the dental operatory before and after patient visits and at day start/end.
• Maintain x-ray, laboratory and utility areas in the dental department.

Skills

English proficiency

Disability awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Dental Certification

Job description

Location:

Amsterdam, NY

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Supervising Dental Assistant

Physical Requirements:

Ability to assist with the transfer of patients

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Pay Range:

The pay range is $20.75-28.05

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a dental setting or completion of Dental Certification required.
• Working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance as needed to the Dentist(s), Hygienist(s) and Oral Surgeon(s) during performance of various clinical services.
• Assist patient to and from the operatory, in preparation for receiving clinical services and as needed in conjunction with professional and front desk staff, the planning of future appointments.
• As directed by providers and/or supervisory personnel provide patients with care instructions, assist in the processes associated with dental pre-medications, referrals to other providers and arrangements for filling/refilling prescription medications.
• Prepare and clean dental operatory before and after patient visits and at beginning/end of day.
• Maintain as necessary x-ray, laboratory and utility areas of the dental department.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Perform as directed equipment checks and completion of logs as required for Health Center operations.
• Order, receive and restock supplies, instruments, etc. as dictated in order to ensure supply meets needs in dental department and that all items dated for use are current.
• Review patient charts to ensure complete and correct information pertaining to dental services.
• Perform all duties to ensure compliance with New Dimensions in Health Care Policy and Guidelines and all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Attend mandated training as required.
• Maintain positive relationships with providers, patients, family members, coworkers and visitors.

Disclaimer -

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liberty reserves the right at its sole discretion to amend its policies, programs and/or guidelines, including the contents of this job description, at any time without prior notice. A candidate's rate of pay is based upon a consideration of several factors which may vary based upon the position. These factors may include education, prior work experience, licenses, certifications and labor markets. In addition to your pay, Liberty cares about you and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Liberty offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.

Salary: $20.75 - $28.05 per hour