Dental Assistant

East Coast Endodontics; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

East Coast Endodontics is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant in New York to support providers during treatment, manage charting, and ensure a positive patient experience. You will assist, educate patients, and maintain sterilization and infection control protocols across our Hewlett and Massapequa Park locations.

The role offers full-time scheduling, with a requirement of a high school diploma and 1 year of dental assisting experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of dental assisting experience required.
• Radiology certification preferred according to state and individual practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by assisting, charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care.
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations.

Skills

Chair-side support

X-ray processing

Patient education

Documentation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year dental assisting experience

Job description

Overview

++Dental Assistant++

East Coast Endodontics

At East Coast Endodontics, we are committed to providing compassionate, personalized dental care that helps patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. Our team uses modern technology in a comfortable, patient focused environment to deliver an exceptional experience for every individual we serve.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support our providers during treatment, help ensure a positive patient experience, and contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the practice.

Schedule: Full Time

Candidates must be able to work at both of our locations in Hewlett and Massapequa Park

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by assisting, charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations
• Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 years of Dental assisting experience

Preferred Skills

• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or Dental Assisting certification preferred according to State and individual practices
• Radiology certification preferred according to state and individual practices
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable in a high-level clinical setting

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and much more!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The salary range for this role is $27-$32 per hour. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Skills:

Auditing, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Diversity, Documentation, Federal Laws and Regulations, High School Diploma, Infection Control, Medical Records, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Patient Education, Radiography, Radiology, Record Keeping, Regulations, State Laws and Regulations, Sterilization

About the Company:

East Coast Endodontics