full-time 14 days ago
Dental Assistant
Fayetteville Smiles Dental Practice
5009 Campuswood Dr, East Syracuse, NY 13057
20 - 25/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Eaglesoft Software
Job Description
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care within a fast-paced dental practice. In this energetic position, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient interactions, and ensure the smooth operation of daily clinical activities. Your expertise in dental procedures, infection control, and patient management will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their oral health journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and professional setting dedicated to excellence in dentistry.
Responsibilities
Assist dentists during various clinical procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following infection prevention management and aseptic techniques to ensure safety and compliance with clinical confidentiality policies.
Take x-rays
Manage patient records accurately using patient management software such as Eaglesoft ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Provide chairside assistance by handling dental instruments efficiently during procedures, supporting four-handed dentistry practices for optimal workflow.
Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and answer questions related to general dentistry procedures.
Qualifications
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
Proficiency in dental equipment operation, including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, sterilization tools, and dental instruments processing.
Familiarity with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix; experience with patient management software is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of infection control standards, aseptic techniques, and healthcare infection prevention protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry and medical terminology to accurately document patient information.
Ability to perform dental assisting tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with oral surgery or endodontic procedures, and managing dental x-ray imaging efficiently.
Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient care and teamwork; previous experience in pediatric dentistry or general dentistry is advantageous.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate service and technical expertise.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care within a fast-paced dental practice. In this energetic position, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient interactions, and ensure the smooth operation of daily clinical activities. Your expertise in dental procedures, infection control, and patient management will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their oral health journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and professional setting dedicated to excellence in dentistry.
Responsibilities
Assist dentists during various clinical procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following infection prevention management and aseptic techniques to ensure safety and compliance with clinical confidentiality policies.
Take x-rays
Manage patient records accurately using patient management software such as Eaglesoft ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Provide chairside assistance by handling dental instruments efficiently during procedures, supporting four-handed dentistry practices for optimal workflow.
Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and answer questions related to general dentistry procedures.
Qualifications
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
Proficiency in dental equipment operation, including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, sterilization tools, and dental instruments processing.
Familiarity with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix; experience with patient management software is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of infection control standards, aseptic techniques, and healthcare infection prevention protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry and medical terminology to accurately document patient information.
Ability to perform dental assisting tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with oral surgery or endodontic procedures, and managing dental x-ray imaging efficiently.
Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient care and teamwork; previous experience in pediatric dentistry or general dentistry is advantageous.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate service and technical expertise.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dental clinic experience
• Dental terminology
• Dentrix
• HIPAA
• Teamwork
• Dental terminology
• Dentrix
• HIPAA
• Teamwork
About Fayetteville Smiles Dental Practice
Fayetteville Smiles is a dental practice that aims to make patients feel at home and comfortable during their visits. With a focus on professionalism, honesty, and care, they provide services such as cleanings, exams, root canals, dentures, whitening, and more. Their welcoming environment includes Netflix in every room to help nervous patients feel at ease.