Dental Assistant

North American Dental Group (NADG); Town of Bath (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Exciting work atmosphere

Job summary

North American Dental Group (NADG) in the Town of Bath is hiring a Dental Assistant to provide clinical support and exceptional patient care. The position requires Dental Assisting Certification, experience preferred, and compliance with safety regulations. Responsibilities include assisting dentists, preparing patients, and developing radiographs. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $18.00-22.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Certified in Dental Assisting or equivalent on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Must have state Radiography / X-RAY certification.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite.
• Dedicated to exceptional patient care and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side support to doctors and hygienists.
• Assist in patient preparation and treatment.
• Maintain asepsis and prepare materials for procedures.
• Examine and develop diagnostic radiographs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Chair-side clinical support

Patient education

Dental software proficiency

Sterilization and infection control

Radiographic skills

Regulatory compliance (OSHA, HIPAA)

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

Radiography/X-RAY certification

CPR Certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dental Assistant

Open Up to A Whole New Dental Experience

Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience.

Overview

Our practice partners with North American Dental Group, which provides us with the necessary support to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.

Wondering how this shapes your job experience?

We use our individuality and dental expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure that every patient leaves our office feeling satisfied.

Smiling from Open to Close (Pay Rate $18.00-22.00 per hour)

Monday 11am-7pm

Tuesday through Thursday 8am-5pm

Occasional Friday 8am-1pm

Responsibilities

Dental Assistant partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support to help patients get the care they need. Dental Assistant will help prepare the patient for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry.

Skills Required to Make a Great "Impression" on Our Team

• Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors and Hygienists, which includes but is not limited to charting, operatory set/clean up, and patient education.
• Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction and assures completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentists during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.
• Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements to include compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X-rays, and other required certifications and registrations.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates.
• Radiography/ X-RAY certification for respective state.
• CPR Certification required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k).
• Competitive paid time off for full-time and part-time team members which increases as you grow in your career with us.
• Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education.
• An exciting atmosphere that allows for freedom and individuality - enabling our team to always strive to do the best for our patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.