Surgical Periodontal Dental Assistant - West Babylon & Patchogue, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources

Surgical Periodontal Dent al Assistant

"Treating people like family for over 43 years and creating an experience that exceeds an expectation"

Become a part of the dynamic and vibrant team at Babylon Dental Care, where the focus extends beyond dental care to making a profound impact on our community and enhancing the lives of our patients. As a foundational provider of general, specialty dental services, and Sleep/Airway Disorder treatments, Babylon Dental Care is recognized for its commitment to excellence, compassion, and unmatched patient care. We are currently seeking a Surgical Periodontal Dental Assistant to infuse new energy into our Clinical team. Our Great South Bay location in West Babylon and our Gateway Plaza location in Patchogue, NY are welcoming and warm environments, intentionally designed to promote collaboration and foster creativity.  The intention of this role is to create everyday service success, while offering opportunities for growth and advancement, if desired by the professional.

Why Babylon Dental Care?

• A Caring Legacy: Step into a role where your work directly contributes to a legacy of exceptional dental care and community service. Privately owned, we honor all who want to serve.
• Collaborative Practice Environment: Enjoy an environment created to foster and motivate all to learn the basics of service.  Our team works together to help one another serve our patients with the highest quality of care. We recognize and appreciate the wholehearted professional you feel called to be.
• Growth and Development: At Babylon Dental Care, your professional development is paramount. We invest in each team member's growth, ensuring that your career flourishes with us.

What you can expect:
 
A fast-paced, challenging, and exciting work atmosphere where everyone is focused on making you successful and happy in your role.

Training! We will train you to become a great Surgical Periodontal Dental Assistant and our (unique) Global Training program allows you to see how/what all departments do to support you in your role.  Some of our Dental Assistants have moved into roles as Clinical Team Leads, Clinical Administrators, and even Hygienists.

We give plenty of support and we’re with you every step of the way! You start your BDC journey with a 15-day Global Training and your own Ambassador to walk you through it all.  Our intention during the beginning days is to introduce you to BDC's entire service, culture mindset and give you customized and or individualized training needed to master your role as a Surgical Periodontal Dental Assistant.

What we will ask of you:
 
Commitment to Babylon Dental Care and the patients we serve. Teamwork and a willingness to learn every day! This role can be your steppingstone to success and professional growth within our practice! The sky’s the limit!

Our Clinical department is very busy, so we need someone who is:

• Reliable and team orientated.
• Out of the box thinker and collaborative to support our growth.
• Empathic and compassionate.
• High level of professional presence.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Open to learn all about technologies that will enhance our patient care and service.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative without constant direction.
• Calm under pressure, strong communicator.
• Happy and upbeat demeanor.

We expect you to be personally responsible for being on-time and present for every shift you work and always willing to go the extra mile for our patients!
 
Knowledge of Dentrix Ascend (or other dental software) would be helpful in setting you up for success, but not mandatory. Ability and open to learn our dental software. 

Here’s an example of what a Dental Assistant might do in a day:

• Utilize our radios and follow our SOP for use. 
• Full understanding and proper use of our Prosthetic forms.
• Assist with lab case management.
• Adhering to all OSHA/sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Clinical hands on by procedure.
• Assisting with our New Patient experience - giving them tours of our Practice upon arrival.
• Comfortable with keeping up to date with email communications as the day goes on.
• Professionally being able to hold space for anxious patients during the time in the chair, as well as being their advocate to properly explain their financial responsibilities, if needed.
• If not familiar with Ascend, participate in training to enhance your overall knowledge of our practice software.  Develop the skill to understand patient's status, how to set appointment while in ops and that future procedures are correctly entered. 
• Comfortability with Invisalign appointments and treatment/ iTero scans.  We happily provide training for both as needed.
• Learn and master "A", "B", and "C" dismissals.
• Participating and helping run morning or afternoon huddles for your Provider and their Patient Coordinators/Scheduler. When necessary, prepping the daily huddle sheet with your team's Scheduler.
• Mentoring new team members when comfortable and can create value.
• Following our protocol of "proper handoff" of patients to the front desk for check out. 
• Take ownership of appointment flow - keeping appointments on-time and helping to manage the Provider's schedule.
• Comfortable to ask a happy patient to share their feedback online in a review or refer a friend to the Practice if they know anyone looking for a new dental home.  Proudly sharing our service with others.
• Work collaboratively with the entire Practice to meet or exceed monthly goals so all can receive their check exercise bonus!
• Generate and review reports, when directed.
• Monitor treatment plans and case acceptance, when directed to further support your Doctor and meet hourly production goals.  Make sure treatment plans are in proper order within Ascend.
• Always follow our "front stage" behavior.
• Take any necessary X-rays or wellness scans as directed by our Providers.
• Assist the periodontist during procedures such as implant placement, scaling and root planning, bone grafts, and gum surgeries.
• Ensure all instruments are properly sterilized and treatment rooms are clean and fully stocked before and after each procedure.
• Welcome patients, review medical histories, and prepare them for treatment
• Take and process dental radiographs ( periapical, bitewing, panoramic, Cone beam CT)
• Chart periodontal measurements, treatment details, and update patient records in the system.
• Set up trays and materials needed for the procedure type and the doctor’s preferences.
• Provide patients with verbal and written post-operative instructions and assist with follow-up care, including suture removal if needed.
• Treatment planning (entering into the computer). Coordinate with front office for patient scheduling, referrals, and treatment planning support.
• Clean and maintain dental equipment; report any issues for repair promptly.
• Set up operatory, set up trays and materials needed for sedation cases.

We're looking for someone who has:

• 3 or more years’ experience in a Dental Assistant position.
• Flexibility regarding scheduling. Our office is open 6 days a week, including early morning, late evenings, and some holidays. Most Dental Assistants work every other Saturday.
• Experience providing exceptional hospitality-inspired customer service in a fast-paced Practice.
• Excellent attention to detail and high follow through.
• A positive, friendly, and enthusiastic attitude.  Collaborative and comfortable in communications.
• Outstanding teamwork skills and the ability work with a diverse group of people.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish welcomed.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• College degree optional

Babylon Dental Care Perks:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $25 to $30 per hour, reflective of your skills and dedication. 
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy paid holidays, personal time off, sick time (as per NYS law), health insurance options available, a $2500 dental credit for your own dental needs within the Practices and a 401K with employer match. Monthly team bonus opportunities are extended.  Most benefits start after your probationary period of 90 days.  You start accruing sick time from day one, as per NYS and the Practice extends PTO within year one.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning and advancement in a supportive environment that values innovation and hard work.

Are you ready to make a tangible difference in people's lives, contribute to a meaningful legacy, and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? If so, Babylon Dental Care is waiting for you. Join us in our mission to not just care for smiles, but to create them, within our community and our team. Apply today and embark on a journey where your work truly matters.

Visit our website to learn more about our organization and the exciting opportunity to be part of a team that provides exceptional dental care and exceeding patient expectations.

Also, get a firsthand view of what it’s like to be a member of our team by watching video interviews with our team members on Youtube.com/BabylonDentalCareGSB

We look forward to meeting you!