Lead Dental Assistant

Full job description Our dental practice in the Midtown area is looking for a Dental Assistant! Job responsibilities include assisting the dentists on procedures, taking x-rays, monitoring lab cases, treatment planning and answering any questions patient’s have while providing excellent customer service. Our practice offers a team spirit and encourages growth with continuous opportunities for professional and personal development. We offer competitive wages, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement. A fun and fast-paced environment! Schedule: Tues-Friday Weekend availability (Saturdays) Full-Time Experience: Implants, Veneers, crown preparation, mouth guards, Spark Invisalign, impressions, model taking, designing and milling in-house crowns and bridges, 3D printing models, splints/night guards. Endodontic Assisting, General Dentistry Assisting, Oral Surgery Assisting, and Prosthodontics Assisting. Communicating Treatment plans to patients. Monitoring and managing supplies to maintain a well-equipped dental office. Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide is a plus. Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Competitive base pay - PLUS BONUSES! Benefits such as: Health & Dental Insurance, Paid Holidays and Paid time off! Qualifications Registered Dental Assistant X-Ray Certification Take high quality X-rays. Dental Assisting & Chart Documentation Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience and proficiency in expanded duty functions. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Current CPR certification. Quality Conscious: Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care with attention to detail and efficiency. Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute positively to our team-oriented environment. Strong computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office products, dental software, and ability to learn new programs. Responsibilities: Support dentists during procedures, anticipating their needs and ensuring smooth workflow Prepares operatory for patient treatment which includes providing instrumentation by sterilizing, and delivering instruments to treatment area; suctioning and positioning instruments as per dental department protocols and the dentist’s directions. Monitors patient flow, and assists the organization in assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed. Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with dental department directive and protocol. Performs all functions in full compliance with the dental department exposure plan including but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment and universal precautions. As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives. Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate and time permits. Maintains all dental department areas in compliance with dental department directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection and exposure control, and safety issues. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Bonus/Commission: No