Dental Assistant Job at PDS Management Services, LLC, Plattsburgh, NY

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  • PDS Management Services, LLC
  • Plattsburgh, NY

Job Description

ABOUT PDS MANAGEMENT SERVICES

We manage several growing pediatric dental and orthodontic practice that values integrity, honesty, and accountability. We are devoted to helping all children and teens achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. Using the latest techniques, our highly trained and experienced pediatric specialists provide outstanding dental and orthodontic care in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting. We offer services for fearful and anxious children as well as children with special needs.

We have openings in Pediatric Dentistry of Malone in Malone, NY and North Country Pediatric Dentistry in Plattsburgh, NY for a full-time Dental Assistant.

This position earns $20.00 - $25.00/hour , depending on experience. We also offer medical insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), Aflac, Sign-On and Referral Bonuses, and more.

Dental Assistant Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of experience as a dental assistant OR certification as a registered dental assistant
  • Dental X-Ray License strongly preferred
  • Pediatric experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge in Practice Management Charting
  • Experience in Treatment Planning strongly preferred
  • Assists dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed
  • Ability to complete documentation promptly and accurately
  • Ability to use sound judgement; possess a calm disposition and the ability to work easily with others

Our staff is integral to our dentistry practice. In order to hire and retain the best career-minded individuals, we offer competitive pay , excellent benefits , opportunities for career development , and a positive work environment .

Dental Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Primarily responsibility is to assist the providers and be always present with patients in room at all times
  • Greet patients in waiting area and escorts patients to operatory
  • Assists dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed
  • Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene; questioning patients to ascertain home care status, instructing patients in techniques of flossing, and brushing.
  • Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures
  • Review patient's health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator and assure completion of forms and signatures
  • Familiarize the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion as needed
  • Assist Dental Hygienist as needed; taking X-rays, getting patient seated and prepped for prophylaxis, setting up/cleaning treatment room
  • Stock operatory and maintain clinical supply inventory. Communicate with office staff and vendors to insure prompt receipt of all orders
  • Review daily schedule and set up appropriate trays and instruments
  • Assist with front office procedures as requested
  • Maintains patient confidence and protects patient and company by keeping information confidential
  • Conduct preventative maintenance on dental equipment
  • Complies with all company policies and procedures

Dental Assistant Benefits:

  • $20.00 - $25.00/hour, depending on experience.
  • Medical insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off (PTO),
  • Aflac, and more.
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Referral Bonus

Dental Assistant Work Schedule:

This full-time healthcare administrative customer service position typically works during our dentists' and orthodontists' regular hours of 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM , but hours vary.

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours,

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