Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro with Growth & Benefits

Western New York Dental Group; Winchester (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education & Group Learning

Paid Training

401(k)

Health Benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Plan

Short Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonuses

Leadership & Professional Development

Community Service Events

Job summary

Western New York Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers in delivering quality care to patients. The role emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and completing tasks efficiently while maintaining patient satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have dental assisting training or experience and can demonstrate knowledge of dental terminology, records, and sterilization protocols. Full-time schedule with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• One year certified dental assistant program or six months on-the-job experience.
• High school diploma and demonstrated ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
• Current dental assistant license is required in certain states.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Comply with protocols and standards.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.
• Support shared vision and values.

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.
• 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.

Education

Certified dental assistant program

On-the-job experience

High school diploma

Dental assistant license (where required)

Job description

Western New York Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers in delivering quality care to patients. The role emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and completing tasks efficiently while maintaining patient satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have dental assisting training or experience and can demonstrate knowledge of dental terminology, records, and sterilization protocols. Full-time schedule with comprehensive benefits is offered.