Job Information
Touro University Dental Assistant (Limited Term) in Hawthorne, New York
Overview
The Dental Assistant (Limited Term) assists students and/or faculty during dental procedures. The Dental Assistant (Limited Term) will also assist the students to prepare for dental procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and materials and ensure that instruments are arranged properly and in accordance with sterile technique(s). This position requires OSHA training and is subject to exposure to blood and other bodily fluids as well as enforcing HIPAA regulations specifically when accessing Protected Health Information (PHI). This is a limited term role.
Responsibilities
Assists students and/or faculty during dental procedures.
Prepares for dental procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and materials and maintains a clean oral working area prior to during and post exams/procedures.
Coordinates dental materials inventory with the dispensary on an as needed basis.
Assists students and/or manipulate diagnostic radiographs on an as needed basis.
Removes biohazard trash as needed and other duties in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Records pertinent clinic data including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, diagnostic aids, and other in treatment documentation.
Serves as needed as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate, and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry.
Performs lab duties as needed including but not limited to: Taking blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, or other diagnostic aids in treatment documentation.
Packages tissue and biopsy specimen and sends to pathological laboratory.
Obtains and replenishes supplies, filing, and setting up operatories for all necessary procedures.
Assists in regulatory compliance and keep abreast of new developments techniques and materials as they come about and insure adherence to proper infection control protocol.
Keeps the clinic clean and visually presentable.
Proactively informs providers and/or management of any issues with equipment instruments or supplies.
Explains procedures to patients.
Participates in morning huddle.
Accepts and handles other job-related tasks and duties as may be assigned.
Works in Axium on an as needed basis to:
Track lab work.
Schedule patients.
Confirm appointments.
Triage patients.
Review, monitor, and print schedules as needed.
Manage schedule(s) with multiple providers.
Update patient medical history.
Schedule and update provider assignments.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
A college degree (AS) with Dental Assistant experience OR General education degree or high school diploma with three to five (3 - 5) years' dental assistant experience.
Registered Dental Assistant in NYS a MUST.
Experience in a dental office required.
Certifications
- CPR Certification Required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience with dental practice management computers systems such as AxiUm.
General Administrative Duties required.
A high degree of interpersonal competency: Professionalism, diplomacy, judgement, and discretion required.
Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues required.
Overall business acumen ethical decision making and relationship management skills required.
Effectively manage and organize daily tasks independently and with a team while balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines required.
Customer service and team orientated required.
Knowledge of dental terminology and dental procedures.
Knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in dental care.
Knowledge of infectious control policies aseptic techniques, supplies, and equipment.
Ability to operate dental radiographic equipment.
Physical Demands
Able to lift up to 15 lbs.
This position requires compliance with Touro's Vaccine Mandate policy.
Maximum Salary
USD $59,503.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $47,601.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 50 West 47th Street, 12th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-Hawthorne
ID 2024-11023
College TUNY - College of Dental Medicine
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift 8AM-4:45PM, Monday-Thursday, Friday 8AM-1:30PM
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel None
Category Healthcare/Clinics
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Location : Country US