Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Dental AssistantThe Dental Assistant is responsible for participating in clinical dental health care assisting the dentist and hygienist at the chair. Under the direction of the Director of Dental, the Dental Assistant will escort patients to and from reception area, reassure a fearful patient with warmth, honesty, and confidence. The individual is also responsible for maintaining supplies, storage and sterilization of instruments.Key ResponsibilitiesProvides reasonable and prudent dental care for CS-HHC patients. Treats patients and staff respectfully, courteously and appropriatelyParticipates in clinical dental health care assisting the Dentist and Hygienist at the chairResponsible for the general care of equipment and ensuring instruments are kept sharp and sterilizedProvides patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., toothbrushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)Takes impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)Maintains functional system of dental charts/lab slips and assures confidentiality of individual recordsPerforms all other duties as requiredRequired QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED required. Certificate from an accredited Dental Assisting Program required. Certificate in Dental Radiology also required.Previous Dental Assisting experience preferred. New graduates can apply. Familiarity with GE Centricity/ VisDental system is highly desirable.Excellent technical and interpersonal skills required.Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and ability to communicate warmth and confidence to the patient's population.Interest in preventive dentistry, social consciousness, sensitivity to needs of community residents and the desire to work with and for disadvantaged persons.Excellent written, verbal and computer skills are necessary.Why Join UsCornell Scott–Hill Health Center offers a competitive and mission driven environment with outstanding benefits, including:Above market, competitive salariesSign-on bonus available for eligible positions and qualified candidates.Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/ Long – Term DisabilityLicense reimbursementEligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment Program may be available for qualified candidates.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is available through qualifying employment.Generous paid time off401(k) with up to 5% matchCS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.