Dental Assistant - Green Garden Dental - Jackson Heights, NY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Jackson Heights, NY

Job Description

We are a growing family practice in Jackson Heights, Queens. We are looking for a full-time. We're looking for someone interested in long-term employment (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays-- no weekends). We are looking for someone that is highly self-motivated and passionate about being excellent at their job with strong attention to detail.
DENTAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
Job duties would include:
Welcome customers in the dental officePrepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfortSelect and set up instruments, equipment and material neededSterilize instruments according to regulationsAssist the dentist through 4-handed dentistryUndertake lab tasks as instructedProvide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsKeep the dental room clean and well-stockedSchedule appointmentsMaintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistantKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsUnderstanding of health & safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plusGood computer skillsExcellent communication and people skillsAttention to detailWell-organized and reliableHigh school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Bilingual (Spanish) highly preferred. Experience with OpenDental software a big plus!
If you are outgoing, good with people, highly organized, have a winning attitude and a desire to be part of a winning team... we'd like to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Dental office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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