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full-time 15 days ago

Dental Assistant - DA26-07494

NavitasPartners

Mount Vernon, NY
From 30/hr

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Job Description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Location: New York, NY

Duration: Contract

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Hours: 37.5 Hours/Week

Job Summary

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dental professionals in providing quality patient care. The Dental Assistant will assist with patient preparation, dental procedures, instrument sterilization, radiography, record maintenance, and general clinical support duties.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare patients for dental examinations and treatments

Assist dentists during chairside procedures

Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment

Take, develop, and mount dental radiographs (X-rays)

Mix dental materials including amalgams, cements, and composites

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Perform assigned laboratory procedures

Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards

Maintain treatment rooms and dental equipment

Support overall clinic operations and patient flow

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Completion of at least 600 instructional hours from an approved Dental Assistant program

OR

Completion of at least 300 instructional hours from an approved Dental Assistant program plus 6 months of Dental Assistant experience performing:

Dental radiographs

Chairside assisting

Instrument sterilization using an autoclave

OR

High School Diploma/GED plus 1 year of full-time Dental Assistant experience performing the duties listed above

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Experience taking dental radiographs

Strong patient care and communication skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

Strong attention to detail and infection control practices

For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

About NavitasPartners

Navitas is a global workforce solutions provider that focuses on excellence in people. They pride themselves on expertise, agility, speed, and new innovations, offering customized staffing solutions to clients across multiple industries and geographies.