Dental Assistant

Aizer Health • Monroe, NY

7d • $24 - $27

About The Position

Prepare patients for dental treatment and exhibit sensitivity to cultural differences and health related issues.
After completion of treatment, prepare the patient for dismissal, reinforce instructions given by dentist concerning post-treatment care and the use of medications.
Ascertain that the patient’s dental records and radiographs are in order and that the medical history is updated annually, take new radiographs as directed by assigned dentist.
See that appropriate instruments and materials are ready for use by the dentist including any restorative, anesthetic or impression-based materials.
Prepare/disinfect the area before and after each patient and maintain all necessary supplies.
Keep the treatment area clean and orderly, using infection control techniques and maintenance procedures.
Thoroughly clean and wipe all debris off instruments before sterilization.
Pour models for the dentist, send cases to labs, and log all cases in the logbook.
Effectively perform a variety of other assignments and prefects as may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of four-handed dentistry
• Basic knowledge of current technology & software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to take initiative in a collaborative environment.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.

Nice To Haves

• (Eclinical Works & Dexis) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental treatment
• Exhibit sensitivity to cultural differences and health related issues
• Prepare the patient for dismissal after completion of treatment
• Reinforce instructions given by dentist concerning post-treatment care and the use of medications
• Ascertain that the patient’s dental records and radiographs are in order
• Ensure that the medical history is updated annually
• Take new radiographs as directed by assigned dentist
• Ensure that appropriate instruments and materials are ready for use by the dentist including any restorative, anesthetic or impression-based materials
• Prepare/disinfect the area before and after each patient
• Maintain all necessary supplies
• Keep the treatment area clean and orderly, using infection control techniques and maintenance procedures
• Thoroughly clean and wipe all debris off instruments before sterilization
• Pour models for the dentist
• Send cases to labs
• Log all cases in the logbook
• Effectively perform a variety of other assignments and prefects as may be required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time, ensuring you have the flexibility to recharge and rejuvenate.
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, setting you up for a secure future.
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED