Dental Assistant (Full-Time Or Part-Time) - Queens

Dental Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time) - Queens

Reports to: Chief of Dentistry, Queens

131-72 40th Road

Flushing, New York, 11354

United States

Responsibilities :

Assist the dentist, as well as the hygienists, receptionists, dental manager, and other members of the Dental staff

Teach basic routine oral health education to our patients, and to community groups

Act as a chair-side assistant to the dentist utilizing accepted four-handed dental techniques

Use accepted dental radiographic techniques and produces diagnostic radiographs

Perform basic dental laboratory procedures

Perform accepted dental sterilization techniques

Assist receptionists

Maintain the inventory of supplies and equipment and consult with the dental staff regarding ordering, distribution and storage

Assist in preparing and maintaining dental records

Assist in teaching new employees assigned duties

Assist in oral health education activities at community agencies

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalency

One year of experience as dental assistant required

Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Basic CPR (BCLS) Certificate required (Health Center will provide if needed)

Medical or Dental Assistant training preferred

Bilingual in English/Chinese or English/Spanish preferred

Compensation and Benefits :

Salary: $40,000.00 - 46,000.00 per year

Medical insurance

Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care

Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and

The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program