Dental Assistant-PD
About The Position
Located in Port Jefferson, the St. Charles Campus of Good Samaritan University Hospital combines advanced clinical expertise with a longstanding commitment to compassionate care. The campus has earned both a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A” and a CMS 5-Star Quality Rating and is known for its excellence in Maternal/Child Services, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Bariatric Surgery, and Emergency Care. A leader in acute inpatient rehabilitation on Long Island, St. Charles Campus provides specialized care for patients recovering from conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic injuries. As part of Catholic Health, the campus is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care that improves outcomes and strengthens the communities it serves. This role assists the dental residents and attending in patient care, as well as assists the dental supervisor in administrative duties as appropriate.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
- BLS Certification through American Heart Association required.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program or 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a dental office or hospital dental clinic preferred.
- Prior experience working with patients with mental and physical disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides chairside assistance to dental residents.
- Provides patient/family education.
- Cleans and disinfects operatory after patients are completed.
- Sets up operatory for the next patient appointment.
- Sterilizes instruments.
- Takes and develops x-rays as needed.
- Assists in the coordination and scheduling of patients as indicated.
- Prepares and maintains patient charts, required reports and other appropriate paperwork.
- Maintains and monitors dental equipment, instruments and supplies, as needed.
- Answers telephone; provides information to patients, public and staff as indicated in a friendly and courteous manner.
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
