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Westermeier Martin Dental Care

Dental Assistant

Westermeier Martin Dental Care, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Pay Range

Base pay: $18.00/hr – $24.00/hr. This range is provided by Westermeier Martin Dental Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Overview

Imagine working in a place delivering best‑in‑class patient care and focusing on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience. We partner with North American Dental Group to ensure excellent patient care. Use our individuality and dental expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure every patient leaves our office satisfied. Do you have the drive and passion to help others improve their oral health? Schedule

Mon 9‑5, Tue 10‑5, Wed off, Thu 11‑7, Fri 8:30‑3. Hours are subject to change. Responsibilities

Dental Assistant partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support, helping patients get the care they need. The Assistant will prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry. Skills Required

Provides excellent chair‑side clinical support and assistance to Doctors and Hygienists, including charting, operatory set/clean up, and patient education. Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction, and ensures completion of forms and signatures in dental software. Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments. Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentists during procedures following OSHA guidelines. Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs. Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X‑ray, and other required certifications and registrations. Qualifications

Dental Assisting Certification or prior on‑the‑job training. 1–5 years of experience preferred; new graduates will be considered. Radiography/X‑ray certification for the respective state. CPR Certification required. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients. Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k). Competitive paid time off. Full‑time and part‑time team members, benefits increase as you grow in your career. Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education. An exciting atmosphere that allows freedom and individuality, enabling the team to always strive to do the best for patients. Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Seniority Level

Entry level Employment Type

Part‑time Job Function / Industry

Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care

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