Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

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.

OUR PRACTICES:

HIRING SCHEDULE:

• Tuesday: 8:15am-5:00pm (Port Jefferson)
• Every other, Wednesday: 8:00am-4:00pm (Dental365 Port Jefferson)
• Thursday: 10:45am-7:00pm (Port Jefferson)
• Friday: 7:45am-5:00pm (Selden)
• Saturday: 8:15am-1:00pm (Selden)

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Generous Compensation: We invest in the best and are competitive in our salary offers.
• Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans: Tailored options for you and your family's well-being.
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching: Secure your financial future with our employer-matched plan.
• Generous Paid-Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks, plus an annual "you" day for self-care.
• Exclusive In-house Dental Program: Heavily discounted services for you and your immediate family.
• Fresh Scrubs: Accrue an annual scrub allowance through our uniform partners.
• Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits: Enjoy additional benefits and ongoing perks for our dedicated teams.

*All benefits available at full-time employment (30+ hours weekly). Some benefits available for part-time employees as well.

New York Salary Range: $19/HR - $24/HR

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