Dental Assistant

Western New York Dental Group; Village of Williamsville (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Paid Training

Team events

401(k)

Health, Dental & Vision

Optional HSA & Short-Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonuses

Leadership Programs

Community Service Activities

Job summary

Western New York Dental Group in Williamsville, NY is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to support our providers in delivering quality patient care. No experience required; we offer training and a collaborative team environment.

This role offers opportunities for continuing education, paid training, team events, benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) for full-time staff, plus optional health savings plan and other coverage.

Qualifications

• One year certified dental assistant program or six months on-the-job experience.
• High school diploma with ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
• Current dental assistant license if required in your state.
• Working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Understanding of dental instruments and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Sterilization, biohazard, and infection control procedures per protocol.
• Know dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and tray setups.
• Chairside procedures performed efficiently.
• Direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
• Lab procedures must be performed.
• Maintain positive rapport with staff and patients.
• Use supplies and equipment in safe, cost-effective way.
• Assist office in achieving goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterilization & infection control

Dental terminology

Patient flow teamwork

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Dental assistant program

On-the-job experience

High school diploma

Dental assistant license (where required)

Tools

Dental records systems (documentation)

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.

No expreince needed! Willing to train!

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.