Dental Assistant - Nanuet Family Dentistry - Nanuet, NY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Nanuet, NY

Job Description

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Must be able to respond efficiently to patient and doctor needs and inquiries. It is required to have knowledge in all dental procedures; orthodontic and Invisalign experience is a plus.
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers 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 room clean and well-stocked
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

Salary based on experience.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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