- Salary
- $20+
- Location
- East Greenbush, NY, US
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
About Us
The Smile Lodge Pediatric Dentistry is a fun, fast-paced, team-oriented dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for children in a positive, supportive environment. We’re looking for reliable, hard-working, and motivated individuals to join our amazing Dental Assisting team at our East Greenbush location!
No dental experience? No problem! We offer on-the-job training so you can learn everything you need to succeed.Schedule: Full-Time, 4 x 10-hour shiftsOffice Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PMStarting Pay: $20.00 per hour
What We Offer
A 4-day work week
Paid Time Off and Unpaid Time Off options
Health and Dental Insurance are available after only 3 months of employment
- 401(k) options
Consistent schedule with a four-day work week (no weekends!)
Annual performance-based raises
Supportive team culture and growth opportunities
Responsibilities
- Assist pediatric dentists and dental hygienists during routine hygiene visits and preventive procedures, anticipating provider needs to ensure efficient, seamless appointments
- Prepare, maintain, sterilize, and organize treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment in accordance with OSHA and infection control standards
- Escort patients and families throughout their visit, creating a welcoming, engaging, and child-friendly experience from check-in through check-out
- Obtain and document consents, diagnostic records, radiographs, clinical findings, and treatment information accurately and thoroughly
- Educate and support patients and parents by reinforcing treatment recommendations, preventive care instructions, and next-visit needs in a clear and compassionate manner
- Monitor patient concerns, communicate relevant information to the dentist or hygienist, and help ensure continuity of care
- Contribute to smooth daily operations by maintaining appointment flow, engaging patients during wait times, and supporting an exceptional patient and family experience
- Maintain current CPR/BLS certification and comply with all safety, regulatory, and practice policies and procedures
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Reliable, professional, and eager to learn
Comfort working with children
Must be available for a full-time, four-day work week
Join our team at The Smile Lodge and help make every child’s dental visit a positive experience!
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