Dental Assistant - New York Periodontics and Implants Group - Brooklyn, NY

We are looking for an experienced competent and reliable dental assistant who will help make our Periodontal office more efficient and pleasant for patients. 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 patients in the dental office Prepare 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 Keep the dental operatories clean and well-stocked Schedule follow-up appointments Maintain accurate patient records Itero scanning, Taking xrays, sanitize instruments etc.. 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 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred) X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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