Dental Assistant

The Community Health Center of Lockport, located in Lockport, NY, is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide high-quality care to patients following federal, state, and local standards. The Dental Assistant will work closely with the Dentist, performing four-handed dentistry tasks, seating and dismissing patients, sterilizing instruments, taking radiographs, managing inventory, handling basic equipment maintenance, and performing various clerical duties. This role requires maintaining a professional and supportive attitude towards all patients and attending staff meetings.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a dental office
• Preferably hold a registered dental assistant certification

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist in various procedures using four-handed dentistry principles
• Seat and dismiss patients, maintain cleanliness in the operatory and dental laboratory
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments, develop radiographs
• Manage inventory of dental supplies, perform laboratory duties, and clerical tasks
• Utilize computerized systems for patient registration and other clerical procedures
• Perform basic equipment maintenance tasks, including changing suction machine filters

Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and flexibly
• Exhibit personal integrity and professionalism
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work with patients from diverse backgrounds
• Capability to handle physical demands of the role, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching

Salary:

• Registered Dental Assistant: $18.78 - $22.46 per hour
• Dental Assistant without certification: $17.78 - $21.46 per hour

The Dental Assistant position is a Union member of 1199 SEIU.

Benefits: Competitive pay and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with a match, tuition assistance, and paid time off.