Dental Assistant – Contract DAC 26-04865
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Job Title: Dental Assistant Contract
Location: New York NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 8 Weeks
Schedule:
- Monday Friday
- 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
- 40 hours per week
- No weekend requirement
- Holidays as needed
Compensation: $35/hour
Position Overview
A reputable healthcare facility is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support clinical operations and assist dentists during patient examinations and procedures. This role is essential in ensuring efficient workflow maintaining patient comfort and upholding high standards of infection control.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during examinations treatments and procedures
- Prepare and organize dental instruments materials and equipment
- Seat and prepare patients adjusting chairs and equipment as needed
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures including oral surgery and extractions
- Operate suction equipment to maintain a clear working area
- Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control protocols
- Assist with dental X-rays if required
- Mix dental materials such as amalgam and fillings as directed
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Support overall clinic operations and patient care activities
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant (required)
- Prior experience assisting with oral surgery (preferred)
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program (required)
Certifications (Preferred/As Required)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) AHA or Red Cross
Skills & Competencies
- Strong chairside assisting and clinical support skills
- Knowledge of sterilization and infection control practices
- Ability to assist in oral surgical procedures
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
