About the Role
Dental assisting is about crafting confident smiles, building your skills and delivering compassionate care for our patients. This position will require prior dental assisting experience with surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Welcoming patients with a smile, making them feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit.
- Support the Oral Surgeon with various procedures.
- Taking digital radiographs, CBCT and intra-oral scans as prescribed.
- Ensure strict infection control by meticulously preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Sanitizing and prepping operatories for respective treatments.
- Adhere to OSHA and safety policies, prioritizing a secure and healthy environment.
- Educate patients on effective oral hygiene strategies as needed.
- Undertake diverse office tasks as needed for seamless practice operations.
Requirements
- Prior dental assisting experience required.
- Any certification/license as required by the state to perform specified duties.
- A resume showcasing a consistent and stable employment history.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, delivering exceptional patient experiences.
Skills
- Digital radiographs
- CBCT
- Intra-oral scans
- Infection control
- OSHA policies
- Safety policies
- Patient education
- Oral hygiene strategies
- Interpersonal communication
Location
- Port Jefferson Station, New York
Work Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Prior dental assisting experience
Education Level
- Certification/license as required by the state
Salary/Compensations
- $19/HR - $24/HR
Benefits
- Generous Compensation
- Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching
- Generous Paid-Time Off (up to 3 weeks plus an annual 'you' day)
- Exclusive In-house Dental Program
- Fresh Scrubs allowance
- Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits
About the Company
- Leading Edge Oral Surgery is a modern practice environment designed for superior care and comfort, embracing cutting-edge technology in a soothing environment.
- The practice focuses on perfecting communication and care to make each visit an eagerly anticipated event.
- The team supports employee success, emphasizing health over sales and cultivating a warm, supportive culture without production quotas.
- Growth in careers is encouraged and supported.
Equal Opportunity
- Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
- All differences are respected in the work environment.
