Dental Assistant

New York University • New York, NY

21d • $35

About The Position

Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students. Instruct dental students and dental assistant students in techniques and utilization of four-handed dentistry and infection control. Perform tests; assist with preparing dental castings, dispensing medications and instructions, and performing minor dental and surgical procedures; ensure safe use, disposal, and storage of chemicals or hazardous materials. Maintain patient files and charts. Serve as clinic receptionist and clinic cashier. May assist with training and reviewing work of student and/or casual employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a Dental Assistant Training Program or 1+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of four-handed chairside dental techniques and dental lab equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of a foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Korean, Chinese).

Responsibilities

• Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students.
• Instruct dental students and dental assistant students in techniques and utilization of four-handed dentistry and infection control.
• Perform tests
• Assist with preparing dental castings, dispensing medications and instructions, and performing minor dental and surgical procedures
• Ensure safe use, disposal, and storage of chemicals or hazardous materials.
• Maintain patient files and charts.
• Serve as clinic receptionist and clinic cashier.
• May assist with training and reviewing work of student and/or casual employees.

What This Job Offers

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