Dental Assistant

Josefa Rivas DDS PC; Woodside (NY); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Josefa Rivas DDS PC in Woodside, NY is seeking a part-time dental assistant who may transition to a full-time role. Key responsibilities include providing assistance during dental procedures, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining patient records.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a dental assistant, excellent communication skills, and must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Compensation starts at $21 per hour based on experience, with a flexible schedule available.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant required.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures.
• Maintain patient records and update patient information.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Prepare patients for treatment.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Keep the dental office clean and organized.
• Ensure infection control and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking a part-time dental assistant, with the potential for the position to become full-time in the future. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing chair-side assistance to the dentist, sterilizing and preparing instruments, taking patient x-rays, and performing other administrative duties as needed. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for helping others. Must be bilingual, fluent in both ENGLISH AND SPANISH (SPANISH IS A MUST).

Days and Hours

Mondays and Thursdays, 9AM-5:30PM, and Saturdays 8AM-3:30PM (as needed).

Compensation

Compensation based on experience, starting payrate $21 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to the dentist during dental procedures.
• Maintain patient records and update patient information.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Prepare patients for treatment.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Keep the dental office clean and organized.
• Ensure infection control and maintain a clean workspace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dental assistant (1‑2 years).
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care.