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 office
Prepare patients 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
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!
