Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro & Sterile Processing

State University of New York Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401k after 1 year eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Nedrow, NY, seeks a dental assistant to support general and operative procedures, maintain sterile instrument processing, and assist with patient care and documentation. The role requires professionalism, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with patients and the dental team.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or accredited dental assisting program, plus one year of experience or graduation, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in dental assisting or graduation from an accredited dental assisting program.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chair side assistant to the dental provider.
• Handle and manipulate dental instruments as directed.
• Greet patients in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Record patient vital signs and follow medical record documentation protocol.
• Review patient consent to ensure signatures are obtained.

Skills

Dental assisting

X-ray safety

Sterile technique

Education

Accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Autoclave

Dental instruments

X-ray equipment

Job description

State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Nedrow, NY, seeks a dental assistant to support general and operative procedures, maintain sterile instrument processing, and assist with patient care and documentation. The role requires professionalism, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with patients and the dental team.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or accredited dental assisting program, plus one year of experience or graduation, and a