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Dental Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time) - Queens

Reports to: Chief of Dentistry, Queens

131-72 40th Road

Queens, New York, 11354

United States

Responsibilities :

+ Assist the dentist, as well as the hygienists, receptionists, dental manager, and other members of the Dental staff

+ Teach basic routine oral health education to our patients, and to community groups

+ Act as a chair-side assistant to the dentist utilizing accepted four-handed dental techniques

+ Use accepted dental radiographic techniques and produces diagnostic radiographs

+ Perform basic dental laboratory procedures

+ Perform accepted dental sterilization techniques

+ Assist receptionists

+ Maintain the inventory of supplies and equipment and consult with the dental staff regarding ordering, distribution and storage

+ Assist in preparing and maintaining dental records

+ Assist in teaching new employees assigned duties

+ Assist in oral health education activities at community agencies

+ Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

+ High school diploma or equivalency

+ One year of experience as dental assistant required

+ Dental Assistant Certification preferred

+ Basic CPR (BCLS) Certificate required (Health Center will provide if needed)

+ Medical or Dental Assistant training preferred

+ Bilingual in English/Chinese or English/Spanish preferred

Compensation and Benefits :

+ Salary: $40,000.00 - 46,000.00 per year

+ Medical insurance

+ Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance

+ 403(b) retirement savings plan

+ Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care

+ Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and

+ The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program