Dental Assistant

The Floating Hospital•New York, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1866, The Floating Hospital, is one of the last remaining charity hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was 159 years ago: unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors, regardless of identity, insurance status, or the ability to pay. We welcome individuals of all ages, from infants, school-age children (5+), youth and adults. The Floating Hospital is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest provider to homeless families living in family shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout all five boroughs.

Requirements

Bilingual Spanish speaking required.
Flu vaccination required.
New York State Dental Assistant certification, appropriate certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Responsibilities

Prepare patient, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist dentist during dental procedures.
Prepare treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Take Dental x-rays on patients.
Document dental care services by charting in patient records
Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintain dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Perform insurance verification/eligibility, registration, collection of co-pays, and scheduling of patients, working the reception area as needed.
Other duties as assigned.