Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant

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

Job summary

Bensonhurst Dental Care in Brooklyn, NY seeks a highly motivated Certified Dental Assistant to join our multi-doctor practice. You will assist doctors, manage patient flow, and support treatment with professionalism and empathy.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, preparing them for procedures, recording chart entries, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked clinic while upholding infection control standards and accurate electronic records.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant with NY licensure status.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, instruments and procedures.
• Experience with infection control and sterilization standards.

Responsibilities

• Greeting, seating, and dismissing patients in accordance with office procedures.
• Preparing patients for treatment by checking them in and performing preliminary treatment as directed.
• Assisting doctors thoroughly and completely with orthodontic procedures with a high degree of professionalism and efficiency.
• Properly recording electronic chart entries regarding the details of each visit.
• Preparing and cleaning operatories for patient treatment.
• Delivering orthodontic and oral hygiene instructions clearly and thoroughly with the use of visual aids.
• Obtaining patient records, including photos and impressions for study models.
• Helping to maintain a clean and well-stocked clinic.
• Communicating effectively with and attending to the needs of patients.

Skills

Knowledge of procedures & terminology

Infection control / sterilization

Electronic patient records

Dental equipment maintenance

Education

Certified Dental Assistant (NY licensed or in process)

Job description

Bensonhurst Dental Care is a multi-doctor state-of-the-art practice delivering the very best care and customer service to patients of all ages. Our offices are located in Brooklyn, and we are open Monday – Friday. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a strong desire for self-improvement and excellent attention to detail. Certified Assistants at Bensonhurst Dental Care work in a purpose-driven team to facilitate treatment provided by our doctors and to enhance the patient experience.

Certification is a plus.

Must be a Certified Dental Assistant, licensed or in process of licensure by the State of New York (please see http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/dent/dentcdalic.htm for details).

Skills Required

• Must possess knowledge of procedures/terminology and all related instruments and equipment.
• Must be able to provide infection control/sterilization in accordance with industry standards.
• Must possess a general knowledge of dental equipment maintenance.
• Must possess a general knowledge of electronic patient record use and associated computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must have excellent vision and hearing.
• Must be in good physical shape to withstand frequent bending, stooping, leaning, sitting, and walking.

Duties

• Greeting, seating, and dismissing patients in accordance with office procedures in a timely manner.
• Preparing patients for treatment by checking them in and performing preliminary treatment as directed.
• Assisting doctors thoroughly and completely with orthodontic procedures with a high degree of professionalism and efficiency.
• Properly recording electronic chart entries regarding the details of each visit.
• Preparing and cleaning operatories for patient treatment.
• Delivering orthodontic and oral hygiene instructions clearly and thoroughly with the use of visual aids.
• Obtaining patient records, including photos and impressions for study models.
• Helping to maintain a clean and well-stocked clinic.
• Communicating effectively with and attending to the needs of patients.

Time Commitment, Pay, and Benefits

Excellent pay and benefits are available, and we look forward to discussing those details with you.