Dental Assistant

Heartland; Town of Holland (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education & Group Learning

Paid Training

Team events and celebrations

401(k)

Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, and -

Life Insurance (Full Time)

Health Savings Plan (Full Time)

Short Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonuses

Leadership and ProfessionalDevelopment

Community Service Events

Job summary

Heartland Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers in delivering quality patient care. You will work closely with the team to maintain efficient chairside procedures, manage instrument sterilization, and uphold infection control standards.

The role emphasizes strong communication with co-workers, patient satisfaction, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• One year certificate or diploma from an accredited dental assistant program, or equivalent on-the-job training.
• Six months of on-the-job experience may substitute formal education where allowed by state rules.
• High school diploma and ability to perform dental assistant duties.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize instruments and manage infection control per protocol.
• Demonstrate dental terminology, instrument handling, tray setup and maintenance.
• Perform chairside procedures efficiently.
• Direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
• Contribute to laboratory procedures as needed.
• Maintain positive rapport with staff and patients.
• Use supplies and equipment safely and cost-effectively.
• Assist the office in achieving defined goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Dental terminology

Computer skills

Patient care

Education

Dental assistant program (1 year)

High school diploma

Job description

As a Dental Assistant with our practice, you will be responsible for assisting our providers in delivering quality care to patients. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team environment, have a “can do” personality, and be able to complete their assigned work in a timely fashion. In addition, a Dental Assistant must display open communication to co-workers and a commitment to patient satisfaction.

We believe in supporting our team members with:

• Continuing Education & Group Learning Events
• Paid Training
• Team events and celebrations
• 401(k)
• Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, and paid Life Insurance- For Full Time
• Optional Health Savings Plan, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, and more- For Full Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Leadership and Professional Development Programs
• Community Service Events & Activities

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures in compliance with protocol.
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
• Perform all chairside procedures efficiently.
• Efficiently direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
• Perform all necessary lab procedures.
• Uphold a positive rapport with staff members and patients at all times.
• Demonstrate safe and cost effective practices when utilizing supplies and equipment.
• Assist office in achieving defined goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• One year certified dental assistant program; or
• Six months on-the-job experience; or
• High school diploma and demonstrated ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
• Current dental assistant license is required in certain states.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Comply with protocols and standards.
• Exercise knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.
• Support shared vision and values.