DENTAL ASSISTANT

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 43 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

low cost medical plan

tuition assistance

dental insurance

vision insurance

no cost life insurance

short and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Account

commuter benefits

a generous paid time off plan

403B retirement savings plan

Resumo da oferta

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center in Manhattan, NY is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental providers and deliver high-quality care in a welcoming, LGBTQ+-inclusive setting.

The role includes chair-side assistance, room preparation, sterilization, radiography, patient education, and record keeping, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional evening hours. Prior outpatient experience and CPR certification are required.

Qualificações

• Dental Assistant Diploma/License.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong computer skills.
• Minimum of two years of experience in an outpatient clinical setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV/AIDS.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentists, hygienists, and residents during dental procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure proper sterilization of equipment.
• Assist with patient record management and charting.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions and post-operative care.
• Handle emergency dental situations as needed.
• Operate digital X-ray equipment and process dental radiographs.
• Assist with laboratory procedures, including pouring and trimming study models.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and training programs.
• Maintain a professional and compassionate demeanor towards patients.

Conhecimentos

Strong computer skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Formação académica

Dental Assistant Diploma/License

High School

CPR certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Details

Job Location: Callen-Lorde Community Health Center - Manhattan - New York, NY 10011, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $25.00 - $31.57 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Health Care

About Us

Callen-Lorde is the global leader in LGBTQ+ healthcare. Since the days of Stonewall, we have been transforming lives in LGBTQ+ communities through excellent comprehensive care, provided free of judgment and regardless of ability to pay. In addition, we are continuously pioneering research, advocacy and education to drive positive change around the world, because we believe healthcare is a human right.

Mission

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality health care and related services targeted to New York's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities - in all their diversity - regardless of ability to pay. To further this mission, Callen-Lorde promotes health education and wellness, and advocates for LGBTQ+ health issues.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting our dental providers in delivering high-quality dental care. This position involves assisting with a variety of dental procedures, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentists, hygienists, and residents during dental procedures.


• Prepare exam rooms and ensure proper sterilization of equipment.


• Assist with patient record management and charting.


• Provide oral hygiene instructions and post-operative care.


• Handle emergency dental situations as needed.


• Operate digital X-ray equipment and process dental radiographs.


• Assist with laboratory procedures, including pouring and trimming study models.


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and training programs.


• Maintain a professional and compassionate demeanor towards patients.

Work Schedule

Dental Assistants are scheduled to work, Monday - Friday, 8:15 - 5:15pm with 1-2 evening hours (11am-7pm or 12pm-8pm).

Benefits

Callen-Lorde is a great place to work - we're passionate, mission-driven people who care about health justice for LGBTQ communities.

• low cost medical plan option for you, your domestic partner and/or your family


• tuition assistance


• dental insurance


• vision insurance


• no cost life insurance


• short and long-term disability insurance


• Flexible Spending Account


• commuter benefits


• a generous paid time off plan


• 403B retirement savings plan

Learn more about our employee benefits https://callen-lorde.org/benefits/

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Diploma/License


• Current CPR certification


• Strong computer skills


• Minimum of two years of experience in an outpatient clinical setting


• Experience working with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV/AIDS


• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus

Personal Characteristics, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred


• Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde

Join us in providing comprehensive healthcare in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.