Dental Assistant Job at Community Health Center of Buffalo in Lockport

**Job Summary:**
The Community Health Center of Lockport, located in Lockport, NY, is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide high-quality care to patients following federal, state, and local standards. The Dental Assistant will work closely with the dentist, perform four-handed dentistry tasks, seat and dismiss patients, sterilize instruments, take radiographs, manage inventory, handle basic equipment maintenance, and perform various clerical duties. This role requires maintaining a professional and supportive attitude towards all patients and attending staff meetings.

**Qualifications:**
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a dental office
- NYS registered dental assistant certification is preferred

**Responsibilities:**
- Assist the dentist in various procedures using four-handed dentistry principles
- Seat and dismiss patients, maintain cleanliness in the operatory and dental laboratory
- Clean and sterilize dental instruments, develop radiographs
- Manage inventory of dental supplies, perform laboratory duties, and clerical tasks
- Utilize computerized systems for patient registration and other clerical procedures
- Perform basic equipment maintenance tasks including changing suction machine filters

**Requirements:**
- Ability to work independently and flexibly
- Exhibit personal integrity and professionalism
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work with patients from diverse backgrounds
- Capability to handle physical demands of the role including sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching

**Salary:**
- Registered Dental Assistant: $18.10 - $21.64 per hour
- Uncertified Dental Assistant: $17.10 - $20.64 per hour

**Benefits:**
Competitive pay and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

*This is a 1199 SEIU Union position.*