Princess Dental Staffing
Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Rifkin Dental - Yorktown Heights, NY
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Yorktown Heights, NY
Job Description
Rifkin Dental is looking for an experienced Part-Time Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our team of dental professionals in our state-of-the-art office in Yorktown Heights, NY. We are a fast-growing, fast-paced office and need someone that values continuing education and high-quality dental care. Must be a team player! This is an excellent opportunity for the right person. Previous Orthodontic experience and knowledge of Dentrix are a must! Please attach a cover letter/resume for review. We are looking for an immediate hire to jump in and start working with minimal training. This position is for Thursdays only from 9 am - 5 pm with the orthodontist!
Experience and Skills Needed:
Orthodontic assisting, traditional braces, and Invisalign
Understand functionality of autoclave, ultrasonic and x-ray machines (intraoral, panoramic, and cephalometric).
Must maintain a genuinely positive/upbeat attitude throughout the day.
Passion for what you do and the drive to improve.
Superior attention to detail with the willingness to learn and accept guidance/feedback.
Computer skills (Dentrix, Microsoft office, e-mail, etc.) and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
Demonstrate respect and consideration for all members of the team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of two years of experience in a dental office.
What your responsibilities will be:
Taking x-rays and intraoral and extraoral photos on patients.
Wire changes and adjustments.
Taking impressions, pouring, and trimming models.
Selection and fitting of orthodontic bands
Turning over all rooms for doctors and hygiene and setting up for the next patient.
Sterilizing instruments with both the ultrasonic and autoclave.
Putting away all instruments in their proper place and stocking all rooms with the necessary items.
Keeping up with the cleanliness by sweeping floors, changing garbages, vacuuming, etc.
Updating and documenting patient charts
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
