Dental Assistant Job at Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. in City of Niag

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Job Summary

The Community Health Center of Niagara, located in Niagara Falls, NY, is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide high-quality care to patients following federal, state, and local standards. The Dental Assistant will work closely with the dentist, perform four-handed dentistry tasks, seat and dismiss patients, sterilize instruments, take radiographs, manage inventory, handle basic equipment maintenance, and perform various clerical duties. This role requires maintaining a professional and supportive attitude towards all patients and attending staff meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a dental office
• Preferably holds a certification as a registered dental assistant in New York State

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in various procedures using four-handed dentistry principles
• Seat and dismiss patients, maintain cleanliness in the operatory and dental laboratory
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments, develop radiographs
• Manage inventory of dental supplies, perform laboratory duties, and clerical tasks
• Utilize computerized systems for patient registration and other clerical procedures
• Perform basic equipment maintenance tasks including changing suction machine filters

Salary Range

• Registered Dental Assistant: $18.78 - $22.46 per hour
• Dental Assistant without certification: $17.78 - $21.46 per hour

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and adapt to flexible schedules
• Demonstrate personal integrity and professionalism in all interactions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to collaborate with patients from diverse backgrounds
• Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching

Benefits

The Community Health Center of Niagara offers competitive pay and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with matching, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

*This position falls under the 1199 SEIU Union.*

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care