Dental Assistant - General

Dental Assistant – Moravia, NY

Local Pay: $27.00/hour - (W2)

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.

**Why You'll Love Working With Us **

• Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.

• Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidate you refer.($400 referrer / $100 referee- Payable after 200 hours of work)

• Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.

• Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Shift Details:

• 8:00 - 4:00, Monday - Friday

Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:

• As a dental assistant you would perform dental supportive services under a licensed dentist’s direct supervision.

• Note treatments to be performed during appointment and prepare the work area by laying out dental instruments, materials, and equipment in a proper array.

• Prepare the patient for treatment by seating the patient, obtaining records, and applying protective garb.

• During the performance of treatment services by the dentist, assist the dentist directly chair-side with the anticipation of procedural needs, including the preparation and passing of appropriate instruments and materials.

• As required by the progress of events in treatment and as instructed by the dentist, personally performs retractions of the patient’s tongue and cheek, and manipulates syringes, irrigation and suction equipment to keep the patient’s mouth free of saliva and blood.

• Take dental x-rays in accordance with Public Health Law.

• Prepare or assist others in the preparation of routine dental reports.

• Performs light housekeeping tasks following current infection control and OSHA guidelines.

• Decontaminate, scrub, package, and sterilize all instruments.

• Count instruments beginning of shift and at the end of shift.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid, and unrestrictedNY license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.

• Licensed Dentist and/or Certification from an accredited Dental Assistant school.

• Training must include dental radiology and radiology safety.

• Shall be certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing Dental Assistant services.

• Bilingual oral communication skills and experience in a clinical correctional setting are desirable

• Additional certifications may be required.

• Copy of current, completedPrimary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.

• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance(eligibility begins after 60 days)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Travel Stipends for Qualified Candidates

Ready to Get Started?

Apply through this job posting and submit your most recent resume.

For questions about this opportunity, please contact Ann at (800) 928-5561, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability