Administrative Skills, Dental Ceramics, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Medical Records, OSHA, Patient Charts, Patient Education, Periodontics, Sterilization, Surgical Procedures, Team Player
LOCATION
Brewster, NY
POSTED
7 days ago
Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Periodontal Dental Assistant to work at a facility in Brewster, NY.
Pay Rate: $33 / hour
Duties: Job Summary: As Periodontal Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized care by assisting the periodontist with surgical and non-surgical procedure, maintaining sterilization protocols, and educating patients on oral health and post-operative care. You will work in a fast-paced practice where attention to detail and compassion are key. Job Responsibilities: -Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments for periodontal procedures. -Assist the periodontist with surgical procedures such as scaling and root planning, crown lengthening, dental implant placement and tissue grafting. -Ensure accurate documentation and charting of patient records. -Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post operative care instructions. -Monitor inventory and maintain adequate stock of instruments and supplies. -Ensure proper infection control protocols and OSHA compliance are met -Support front office staff with scheduling and patient communication as needed. -Foster a collaborative and professional clinical environment.
null Skills: Required Skills & Experience: 1-2 years experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Required Skills & Experience: 1-2 years experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Education: Required Education: -Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Preferred Education: -N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure: -1-2 years experience (NYS).
Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A
Required Education: -Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Preferred Education: -N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure: -1-2 years experience (NYS).
Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A
If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Destiny Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).