Dental Assistant

Western New York Dental Group; Town of Holland (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Paid Training

Team events

401(k)

Health Benefits

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Health Savings Plan

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Leadership Development

Community Service

Job summary

Western New York Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our providers in delivering quality patient care. You will work in a team, maintain a “can do” attitude, and complete tasks promptly while communicating openly with colleagues to ensure patient satisfaction.

This role emphasizes chairside procedures, sterilization, instrument handling, and accurate dental records; you will assist with lab tasks and direct patient flow, contributing to a positive patient experience and

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant program or six months of experience.
• Current dental assistant license where required.
• Proficient with dental records and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Adherence to protocols and standards.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and tray setups.
• Perform chairside procedures efficiently.
• Direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
• Carry out necessary lab procedures.
• Maintain positive rapport with staff and patients.
• Practice safe and cost-effective use of supplies and equipment.
• Assist office in achieving defined goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dental Assistant Training

On-the-job Experience

High School Diploma

Education

Dental Assistant License

Job description

Overview

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

Qualifications

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.

Responsibilities

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.