Dental Assistant - SOUTH SHORE AESTHETIC DENTISTRY - Massapequa Park, NY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Massapequa Park, 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. 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 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 *  * Good computer skills * Excellent communication and people skills * Attention to detail * Well-organized and reliable *  Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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