Dental Assistant - White Plains - Full Time
About The Position
Description Summary: A Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting Dentists/ Hygienists as needed and preparing/dismantling operatory for patient treatment. S/He will perform job duties in compliance with systems and job specific standards. Job Type: Full-Time Salary Ranges: Years of Service Hourly Rate 0 - 2 $20.50 - $21.11 3 - 4 $20.80 –$22.33 5 – 6 $22.94 –$23.55 Sign On Bonus: $1,500 Location: Sun River Health – White Plains 360 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Check-in patients and notify providers that the patient is present. Monitors and updates charts; enter date of visit, department and provider name on daily log sheet; adds sheets to medical record; places and document radiographs in/on X-ray folder; places treatment plans, periodontal charts, informed consent forms, referral forms, and contracts for complex treatment into the dental subdivision of the comprehensive medical record. Records patient appointment data daily (i.e. no shows, cancellations, emergencies, payment source [Medicaid, self-pay, etc.]) to accurately collect monthly dental statistics. Takes and processes radiographs as directed by the dentist/hygienist. Assists dentists/hygienists with patient care. Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by department, JCAHO, organization, and overseen by Infection Control Officer. Maintains supplies and instruments in dental operators. Maintains dental laboratory, processes instruments, and monitors lab cases (check-in of lab cases, pouring impressions where indicated, storing cases, sending out lab cases, completing lab log sheets, etc.). Follows weekly and monthly maintenance procedures for all sterilization equipment.
Requirements
- High School diploma/ GED
- 0 -1 year
Nice To Haves
- Vocational/ Technical School/ Diploma Program
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written)
Responsibilities
- Check-in patients and notify providers that the patient is present.
- Monitors and updates charts; enter date of visit, department and provider name on daily log sheet; adds sheets to medical record; places and document radiographs in/on X-ray folder; places treatment plans, periodontal charts, informed consent forms, referral forms, and contracts for complex treatment into the dental subdivision of the comprehensive medical record.
- Records patient appointment data daily (i.e. no shows, cancellations, emergencies, payment source [Medicaid, self-pay, etc.]) to accurately collect monthly dental statistics.
- Takes and processes radiographs as directed by the dentist/hygienist.
- Assists dentists/hygienists with patient care.
- Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by department, JCAHO, organization, and overseen by Infection Control Officer.
- Maintains supplies and instruments in dental operators.
- Maintains dental laboratory, processes instruments, and monitors lab cases (check-in of lab cases, pouring impressions where indicated, storing cases, sending out lab cases, completing lab log sheets, etc.).
- Follows weekly and monthly maintenance procedures for all sterilization equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
- Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
- Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
- Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
- Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
- Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
