Dental Assistant
Montefiore Health System•New York, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Under close supervision, the Dental Assistant assists Dentists in the performance of dental procedures on patients.
Requirements
- High School/ GED Required
- 1-3 years experience in a dental setting Required
- Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
- Must have ability to use data entry and retrieval systems.
- Must have ability to use electronic communication and patient information systems.
- Must have ability to function independently in accordance with polices and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in customer service and multi-tasking strongly Preferred
- Dental assistant certificate Preferred
- Proficiency in Spanish is preferred if health center has a significant (more than 35%) English Language learner population.
Responsibilities
- Appropriately hands dental instruments to dentist during treatment of patients
- Arranges operating area with all necessary supplies and equipment
- Maintains inventory list of supplies and instruments
- Completes X-rays ordered by dentist
- Maintains sanitary conditions of all operatory and clean and soiled areas
- Ensures appropriate sterility and quality control are maintained in autoclaving and preparing sterile solutions
- Maintains equipment in clean working order and retains copies of preventive maintenance and quality control
- Neat, clean, proper attire, professional uniform as per policy.
- Assist with orientation/procedures for new dental associates.
- Retracts patients mouth and operates suction equipment to maintain mouth free of secretions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
