Registered Dental Assistant - Patchogue - Full Time

The Mental Health; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Patchogue, NY, is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support dentists in delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include educating patients, taking radiographs, and various clinical tasks under supervision. Ideal candidates must have a High School diploma, current NY registration, and BLS certification. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment focused on operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• BLS/CPR certification is mandatory.
• Current registration as a Dental Assistant in New York State is needed.
• Completion of a recognized dental assisting program needed.
• Radiology certification in compliance with Public Health Law.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care.
• Collect preliminary medical histories and vital signs.
• Take dental radiographs as per Public Health Law.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma/GED

BLS/CPR certification

Current registration as a Dental Assistant in New York State

Completion of a recognized dental assisting program

Radiology certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) works under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist and provides a broad range of clinical support services to ensure high-quality patient care and operational efficiency. This role complies with all New York State laws and regulations governing dental assisting practices.

Key Responsibilities

In addition to the general Dental Assistant duties, RDAs will:

• Educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care
• Collect preliminary medical histories and vital signs for dentist review
• Place and remove rubber dams
• Select and prefit provisional crowns
• Take impressions for study casts, diagnostic casts, space maintainers, orthodontic appliances, and occlusal guards
• Remove periodontal dressings and sutures placed by a licensed dentist
• Apply topical anticariogenic and desensitizing agents
• Place and remove temporary separating devices and restorations
• Remove temporary cement
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with Public Health Law
• Perform other authorized supportive services as directed by the supervising dentist

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• BLS/CPR certification
• Current registration as a Dental Assistant in New York State
• Completion of a recognized dental assisting program
• Radiology certification per Public Health Law
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Sun River Health Patchogue

501 North Ocean Avenue

Patchogue, NY 11772