Dental Assistant

Jefferson-Dental-Healt; Town of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jefferson-Dental-Healt in Town of Watertown, NY is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to support the dentist during exams and procedures and to handle scheduling and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has an associate’s degree in dental assisting, strong data-entry and computer skills, and excellent communication with patients.

This full-time, on-site role offers benefits such as paid time off, 401(k), employee discounts, career advancement opportunities, flexible scheduling and

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a CODA-accredited program relevant to dental assisting.
• Strong data-entry and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable.
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer questions.
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history.
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist.
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and office policies.
• Schedule appointments.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Customer service

Patient care

Education

Associate’s Degree in Dental Assisting

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee discounts

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has an associate's degree from a certified school and previous experience as a Dental Assistant. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Schedule appointments

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care