Dental Assistant (1+ yrs exp required) - Mint Dental Care - Plattsburgh, NY

At Mint Dental Care, our mission is to transform the way patients experience dentistry. We believe that exceptional dental treatment goes hand in hand with providing a comfortable and relaxing environment. We want our dedicated team of skilled professionals to commit to delivering personalized care, focusing on building long lasting relationships with their patients and most importantly listen to them in order to help them achieve their goals through a customized treatment plan that suits them. Mint Dental Care is a dental clinic that provides exciting opportunities for career and personal growth to its team members. Join us to be part of the main pillars of this dental clinic in Plattsburgh. ## Duties - Prepare patients for dental work - Sterilize dental instruments and equipment - Assist dentists during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques - Take dental x-rays - Maintain accurate patient records - Educate patients on oral hygiene practices - Schedule appointments and manage patient flow - Perform laboratory tasks such as pouring and trimming models ## Requirements - Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures - Proficiency in OpenDental (not required) - Experience with dental coding and billing is a plus - Familiarity with dental receptionist duties is a plus - Ability to perform four-handed dentistry efficiently - Competency in taking vital signs and medical imaging - Understanding of prosthodontics concepts - Previous work experience in a dental clinic is preferred This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment. If you are looking for a career in healthcare, this would be a great fit for you. We provide training. Opportunity to become a certified Dental Assistant, we will help the right candidate every step of the way. Salary is dependent on experience and certification. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred) X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Plattsburgh, NY 12901 (Required) Work Location: In person

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