Lead Dental Assistant/Radiographer

Position Summary

Take digital intra-oral and extra oral radiographic imaging (e.g. cone beam computed tomography, and bitewing, periapical, occlusal and panoramic views in analog/film and digital/plate/sensor formats). Review radiographs within guidelines. Process and route imaging related materials.

Greet, screen and direct patients. Confirm patient is authorized for a radiographic examination. Provide oral surgical assistance to dental residents and students.

Assist in the administration of IV sedation and patient monitoring during surgical procedures. Perform tests; assist with preparing dental castings, dispensing medications and instructions, and performing minor dental and surgical procedures; ensure safe use, disposal, and storage of chemicals or hazardous materials. Assign patients to dental students, within guidelines.

Monitor collection of instruments; dispense supplies, disposable materials, instrument and equipment. Maintain cleanliness of the work area and quality and safety standards; ensure proper recycling, disposal of infectious materials and adherence to infection control protocols and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

Required Education:High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred Education:Associate's Degree Dental Hygiene Required Experience:2+ years of related experience. Graduate of a Dental Assistant Training Program oral surgery experience and 1-2 years of related experience including oral surgery experience with IV sedation/general anesthesia.

Certification as a Dental Assistant Preferred Experience:2+ years Knowledge of chairside assisting for oral surgical procedures.

Knowledge of oral surgical instrumentation. Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of chairside assisting for oral surgical procedures.

Knowledge of oral surgical instrumentation. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:NYSDOH approved CBCT training for dental assistants. Valid New York State Radiology Technology license or Dental Hygiene license. Certification as a Dental Assistant or AAOMS DAANCE (Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination) Certificate.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $33.715. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts.

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