Regional Dental Assistant

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed).
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program - Preferred 1 year on-the-job-experience
• Must be willing to travel to any of our NY office locations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.