Dental Assistant - Joseph M Buono DDSPC - Glen Cove, NY

We are looking for a competent dental assistant to join our small high quality fee for service general practice. We have a modern new high tech office. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Candidates must be team players. Experience a plus willing to train the right person .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. We are looking for a true people person to join us.
Pay- Commensurate with experience
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
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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