Dental Assistant - Brentwood - Full Time

Sun River Health; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 28,240 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New York is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to assist with patient care and operational tasks in the dental office. Candidates should have a High School diploma and be bilingual in English and Spanish. The role offers a salary ranging from $20.50 to $22.00 per hour, with responsibilities including patient check-in, chart monitoring, and radiograph processing.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of work-related experience preferred.
• Ability to assist with patient care and maintain dental operatory.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and notify providers of their arrival.
• Monitor and update charts and document visits.
• Take and process radiographs as directed.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written)

Infection control standards

Education

High School diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical School/Diploma

Job description

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative, and behavioral health services to all, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, and Westchester County. We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team in Brentwood, NY.

Job Description

A Dental Assistant assists Dentists and Hygienists and prepares/dismantles the operatory for patient treatment. The role requires compliance with system and job-specific standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Check in patients and notify providers of their arrival.
2. Monitor and update charts; document visits, add sheets to medical records, and manage radiographs and treatment documentation.
3. Record patient appointment data daily, including no-shows, cancellations, emergencies, and payment sources.
4. Take and process radiographs as directed by the dentist/hygienist.
5. Assist dentists/hygienists with patient care.
6. Follow OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines.
7. Maintain supplies and instruments in the dental operatory.
8. Manage dental laboratory tasks, including processing instruments and monitoring lab cases.
9. Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of sterilization equipment.

Minimum Education & Experience

• High School diploma/GED required.
• 0-1 year of work-related experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written) required.
• Vocational/Technical School/Diploma preferred.

Additional Information

Salary ranges from $20.50 to $22.00 per hour. This is a full-time position.

About Sun River Health

Founded in 1975, Sun River Health is a network of over 40 FQHCs providing comprehensive healthcare to over 245,000 patients annually. Our dedicated team of 2,000 healthcare professionals is committed to delivering high-quality, affordable care to underserved communities across New York.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or disability. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.