Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant

Bensonhurst Dental; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bensonhurst Dental is seeking a Certified Dental Assistant to join their team. The role involves facilitating treatment, enhancing patient experience, and ensuring infection control. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, possess strong technical knowledge, and are committed to maintaining a positive clinic environment.

Benefits

Excellent pay and benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed or in process of licensure by the State of New York.
• Strong desire for self-improvement and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greeting, seating, and dismissing patients timely.
• Assisting doctors with orthodontic procedures professionally.
• Preparing and cleaning operatories for treatment.

Skills

Knowledge of procedures/terminology

Infection control/sterilization

Dental equipment maintenance

Electronic patient record use

Education

Certified Dental Assistant

Job description

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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.