Certified Dental Assistant

DIVERSE LYNX LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Dental Assistant to join their team in Bronx, NY. This role involves providing patient education, taking medical histories, and assisting with various dental procedures. The ideal candidate will have a valid certification and at least one year of experience in a dental setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment where your skills will make a significant impact on the dental health of the community. If you are passionate about dentistry and patient education, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid certification to practice as a Dental Assistant issued by NYSED.
• 1 year experience in a dental assisting role.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient education and takes medical histories and vital signs.
• Assists in placing and removing dental devices and applying temporary cement.

Skills

Dental Assistant

Rubber Dams

Patient Education

Education

Certification as a Dental Assistant

Job description

Role: Certified Dental Assistant

Job Location: Bronx, NY

Pay Range: $35/ Hr - $38/ Hr

Duties:

1. Provides patient education.
2. Takes medical histories and vital signs.
3. Places and removes rubber dams, matrix bands, and temporary separating devices.
4. Places orthodontic ligatures.
5. Selects and pre-fits provisional crowns and orthodontic bands.
6. Removes orthodontic arch wires and ligature ties.
7. Applies temporary cement.
8. Takes impressions for casts.
9. Applies topical anticariogenic/desensitizing agents to teeth.

Skills:

1 year experience.

Education:

Valid certification to practice as a Dental Assistant issued by NYSED. Primary Source Verification required.

Languages:

English - Read/ Write/ Speak

Skills Required:

DENTAL ASSISTANT, DAMS