Dental Assistant

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Premier HealthCare (Premier), a member of the YAI Network, is recognized by the US Surgeon General as a national model for the provision of health care, and by the National Council on Disabilities for raising the national standards of health care services for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Premier has also earned a national certification as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA).

Premier is unique in its quality of medical, dental, mental health, rehabilitation, and specialty care provided to people with disabilities and their families. With medical professionals and physicians affiliated with major hospitals in the New York metropolitan area, Premier has wheelchair accessible practices located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.

Key / Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

Serve as dentist’s chair-side assistant.

Prepare operatory for patient treatment.

Develop dental radiographs and performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulations and law.

Maintain dental department equipment and work areas in compliance with health center policies and procedures relative to infection control and safety issues, including the sterilization of all reusable dental instruments and equipment and the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials.

Maintain adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list for inventory control and ordering purposes.

Assist with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate and as time permits.

Be cognizant of the expectations and concerns of the health center’s dental patients and be able to respond in an empathetic and professional manner.

Preferred Qualification Requirements ( desired requirements beyond MQRs above )

Education requirements - certified / registered Dental Assistant

Experience - preferred, but not required (we can definitely work with someone who wants to learn)

Payrate : $20.00 per hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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