Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantThe Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves all of the primary health care needs of families in the heart of North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide the most professional, courteous and highest quality health care, with dignity, to those we serve, especially the undeserved population, without regard for ability to pay.We are seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant facilitates the smooth flow of patients to ensure minimum waiting time and provide clinical services and process patients within the scope of practice. Essential job responsibilities and duties include:Monitor patient arrival and assist with patient flow and ensure that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously.Escort patient to exam room, monitor patient wait times, assist patient in preparing for exam and advise physician when patient is ready. Assist during examination if required or requested.Obtain and record patient's chief complaints and information, data and record historiesPerform, prep and assist as needed with clinical screenings and technicalTaking digital radiographs and CBCT scansElectronic Medical Record (EMR) DocumentationAssisting in various procedures, including surgical proceduresSetting up and breaking down operatorySterilizing and processing instrumentsProviding general support for the dental team.Function as a ReceptionistGreets and assists patients courteouslyInitiates the registration process, maintains/confirms patients' demographic information. Verify insurance, collect payments, co-paymentsAnswer phone calls and schedule appointmentsEducation/experience requirements:High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) or required experience.Dental Assistant Certificate RequiredTwo (2) years if Dental Assistant/relevant work experience preferred.Other related skills/experience and requirements:Must be flexible with schedulingMaintain HIPPA patient/employee confidentialityKnowledge of EMR systems a mustBilingual ability is a plus.Excellent interpersonal skills must demonstrate professionalism, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, team members, families and significant othersDisplay courtesy, tact and patience with all members of the team members and extended communityEnsure that all patients and visitors receive personalized prompt attention and are treated with receptiveness, dignity and respectProvide instructions to the patient upon discharge as per instructed by the providersSalary - $19 per hour and based on experienceBenefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, 401(k), and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.