Dental Assistant, General Practice & Dentrix
Overview
You will own chairside support for a high-volume general practice in Hicksville, NY, serving 20+ patients daily. You will work alongside two dentists and a hygienist, ensuring smooth patient flow and sterile instrument readiness. This role offers a path to lead assistant within 1-2 years and paid continuing education credits. You will master Dentrix scheduling and charting, becoming the go-to person for digital records.
What You'll Do10
- 1Prepare operatory setups for restorative and surgical procedures, stocking trays with Dentrix-verified instruments and materials.
- 2Escort patients between the front desk and operatory, updating Dentrix charts with treatment notes and next steps.
- 3Assist doctors with four-handed dentistry, passing instruments and clearing the field during composite fillings and extractions.
- 4Sterilize instruments per OSHA guidelines, logging cycles and maintaining autoclave logs daily.
- 5Order and replenish operatory supplies with Henry Schein inventory software, keeping par levels above 2-week usage.
- 6Take digital X-rays with Dexis sensors, ensuring diagnostic quality and proper mounting in Dentrix.
- 7Manage patient comfort during procedures, explaining steps and answering questions to reduce anxiety.
- 8Support front desk with same-day appointment confirmations and treatment plan presentations.
- 9Cross-train on Dentrix insurance verification and pre-authorizations for high-value procedures.
- 10Serve as backup for hygiene room setups, polishing and fluoride trays as needed.
Requirements8
- 11+ year chairside assisting in a general or family dental practice.
- 2X-ray certification (RDA or CDA) with current CPR card.
- 3Proficiency with Dentrix practice management, including scheduling and charting.
- 4Knowledge of infection control and OSHA standards for instrument sterilization.
- 5Strong four-handed dentistry skills with composite and amalgam procedures.
- 6Ability to lift 20 lbs and stand for 8-hour shifts.
- 7Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus for patient communication.
- 8High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited DA program preferred.
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