Dental Assistant | Manhattan, NY

United Dental Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

United Dental Corporation in Manhattan's Upper East Side seeks a dependable Dental Assistant to join a multi-specialty practice. Full-time role with benefits eligibility; compensation $20-$25 per hour.

You will support dentists, prepare rooms, radiographs per state rules, maintain records, and uphold infection control while delivering outstanding patient care and a positive patient experience from check-in to checkout.

Qualifications

• Active Dental Assistant Certification or Registration required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• State-specific dental radiology certification may be required.
• EFDA and polishing/sealant certifications are a plus.
• Experience with digital radiography and EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
• Sterilize and maintain clinical equipment
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations
• Support patient flow and provider efficiency
• Educate patients on post-operative and oral hygiene instructions
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols
• Provide an outstanding patient experience from check-in to check-out

Skills

Radiography knowledge

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Active Dental Assistant Certification or Registration

CPR/BLS Certification

Dental radiology certification

EFDA Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Sealant Certification

Tools

Dental software

Electronic health records

Radiography software

Job description

Dental Assistant

Location:Manhattan
Compensation:$20 - 25 per hour
Patient Mix:PPO / FFS
Practice Type:Multi Specialty
Schedule:Full Time
BenefitsEligibility:Employees regularly scheduled to work full time will be eligible for benefits.

About the Role

United Dental Corporation is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our growing team in the vibrant Upper East Side area.

We are looking for a dependable, patient-focused professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience.

What You'll Do

• Assistthe dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
• Sterilize andmaintainclinical equipment
• Take dental radiographsin accordance withstate regulations
• Support patient flow and provider efficiency
• Educate patients on post-operative and oral hygiene instructions
• Maintainaccuratepatient records and clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols
• Provide an outstanding patient experience from check-in to check-out
• Active Dental Assistant Certification or Registration
• Current CPR/BLS Certification
• Dental radiology certification (if required by state)
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures
• Strong communicationand patient care skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred

• EFDA Certification (where applicable)
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Sealant Certification
• Experience with digital radiography
• Experience with dental software and electronic health records
• Experience in PPO, Fee-for-Service, and/or Medicaid environments? (Check: No, ensure proper closing)
• Bilingual skills (if applicable to market)

Employees regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing Education Support

Insurance benefitsbeginthe 1st of the month following60 daysof employment. Paid holidays become available after90 daysof employment.Benefitseligibility and waiting periods may apply.

Why Join United Dental Corporation?

• Established Patient Bases
• Modern Technology
• Collaborative Clinical Teams
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Continuing Education Support
• Multi-State Practice Network
• Long-Term Career Growth

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