Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Charles Evans Center, Inc.; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Health Care in Bethpage, NY is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to join our community health center team. The role requires taking and processing dental X-rays, preparing and sterilizing instruments, and supporting scheduling and patient care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Work schedule is Monday–Friday with alternating Wednesday in Glen Cove and Bethpage, and compensation ranges from $29.00 to $31.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to take dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Strong patient communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Take and process dental X-rays in compliance with NYS regulations.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms.
• Assist with dental lab procedures
• Maintain clinical supplies and dental equipment
• Support patient scheduling and appointment confirmations
• Communicate professionally with patients and caregivers

Skills

Take dental X-rays

Patient communication

Customer service

Job description

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Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Bethpage, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 5382

Salary Range: $29.00 To $31.00 Hourly

Dental Assistant | Community Health Center

Location:Bethpage and every other Wednesday in Glen Cove

Pay:$29.00 - $31.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday

• Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday: 9AM - 5PM (Bethpage)
• Wednesday: 9AM - 5PM (Alternating between Glen Cove and Bethpage)
• Friday: 8AM - 6PM (Bethpage)

CEC Health Care is seeking a compassionate and reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services to historically underserved members of our community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Assistant who enjoys patient care and wants to make a meaningful difference in community healthcare.

Why Join CEC Health Care

• Mission-driven healthcare organization
• Opportunity to serve underserved and diverse patient populations
• Collaborative team-based care model

Dental Assistant Responsibilities

• Take and process dental X-rays in compliance with NYS regulations
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms
• Assist with dental lab procedures
• Maintain clinical supplies and dental equipment
• Support patient scheduling and appointment confirmations
• Communicate professionally with patients and caregivers

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to take dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Strong patient communication and customer service skills

Preferred

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)

About CEC Health Care

CEC Health Care is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to individuals with limited incomes and complex healthcare needs, including those with autism, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency, and behavioral health concerns.

Our integrated healthcare center brings together medical, dental, and behavioral health professionals to improve patient outcomes and support whole-person care.

CEC Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/D/V).