Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; Town of Ulster (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Modern dental tech

Job summary

Dentists' Office of Hudson Valley in Lake Katrine, NY is seeking a Dental Assistant to support our clinical team in a fast-paced, team-based environment. The role focuses on patient care, radiography, sterilization, and accurate record keeping.

We offer competitive hourly pay, full-time schedule, health/dental/vision insurance, life and disability benefits, a 401(k), and opportunities for continuing education and professional development in a modern, technology-driven practice.

Qualifications

• 1 year on-the-job experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed).
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Skills

1 year on-the-job-experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Dentists' Office of Hudson Valley is looking for a Dental Assistant in Lake Katrine, New York to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay $18 Min-$24 Max
• Full time: Monday - Thursday 8:45am to 5pm and Friday - Saturday 7:45am to 4pm
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

• 1 year on-the-job-experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Legal Disclaimer:We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.