Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Brooklyn, NY
We are looking for a competent dedicated self driven dental assistant who will make the dentistâs office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Youâll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentistâs shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome dental phobic patients in the dental office Prepare fearful patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions per provider Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked and order supplies Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) *Background checks, Reference checks, and evening hours are req. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Ability to Commute: Brooklyn, NY 11211 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Brooklyn, NY 11211: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
