Job Description
ABOUT NORTH COUNTRY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY:
We are a growing pediatric dental and orthodontic practice that values integrity, honesty, and accountability. We are devoted to helping all children and teens achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. Using the latest techniques, our highly trained and experienced pediatric specialists provide outstanding dental and orthodontic care in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting. We offer services for fearful and anxious children as well as children with special needs.
North Country Pediatric Dentistry in Plattsburgh, NY is looking to hire a full-time Dental Assistant.
SIGN-ON BONUS: $1,500
This position earns $19.00 - $25.00/hour, depending on experience. We also offer medical insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), Aflac, Sign-On and Referral Bonuses, and more.
Dental Assistant Qualifications
- One year of experience as a dental assistant OR certification as a registered dental assistant
- Dental X-Ray License Strongly Preferred
- Pediatric experience Strongly Preferred
- Knowledge in Practice Management Charting
- Experience in Treatment Planning strongly preferred
- Assists dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed
- Ability to complete documentation promptly and accurately
- Ability to use sound judgement; possess a calm disposition and the ability to work easily with others
- High school diploma or equivalent
Our staff is integral to our dentistry practice. In order to hire and retain the best career-minded individuals, we offer competitive pay , excellent benefits , opportunities for career development , and a positive work environment .
Dental Assistant Responsibilities:
- Primarily responsibility is to assist the dentists and always be present with patients in room at all times
- Greet patients in the waiting area and escort patients to othe peratory
- Assists dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed
- Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene; questioning patients to ascertain home care status, instructing patients in techniques of flossing and brushing
- Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures
- Review patient's health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator, and ensure completion of forms and signatures
- Familiarize the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion as needed
- Assist Dental Hygienist as needed; taking X-rays, getting patient seated and prepped for prophylaxis, setting up/cleaning treatment room
- Stock operatory and maintain a clinical supply inventory. Communicate with office staff and vendors to ensure prompt receipt of all orders
- Review daily schedule and set up appropriate trays and instruments
- Assist with front office procedures as requested
- Maintains patient confidence and protects patient and company by keeping information confidential
- Conduct preventative maintenance on dental equipment
- Complies with all company policies and procedures
Dental Assistant Work Schedule:
This full-time healthcare administrative customer service position typically works during our dentists' and orthodontists' regular hours of 09:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday , but hours vary.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Dental / Ortho Assisting: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Plattsburgh, NY 120901 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Plattsburgh, NY 12901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person PDS Management Services, LLC
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,