Dental Assistant

Overview

• Support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Perform chairside assistance during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
• Maintain treatment records and ensure compliance with health center protocols and safety standards.
• Sterilize, prepare, and manage inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.
• Collaborate with the dental team to provide excellent patient care and service.
• Engage in continuous learning and quality improvement initiatives within the dental practice.
• Communicate dental procedures and terminology effectively with patients and team members.
• Work in compliance with the department’s Exposure Control Plan, including PPE and Universal Precautions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms and position instruments and equipment for dental procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments, ensuring smooth operations.
• Monitor and ensure patient comfort throughout dental procedures.
• Take and record medical and dental histories of patients accurately.
• Perform sterilization and preparation of dental instruments and supplies.
• Maintain operatory equipment and ensure cleanliness and readiness for use.
• Assist in administrative tasks, including scheduling and patient communication.
• Contribute to inventory management and ordering of dental supplies.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited New York dental assisting program by the ADA Commission preferred.
• Basic CPR (BLS) Certification required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical dental assisting experience preferred.
• Experience in hospital or community health center settings preferred.
• Proficiency in medical/dental software is advantageous.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Hindi, Bangla, or Urdu preferred.
• Strong reasoning and mathematical skills for accurate record-keeping.