What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Dental Assistant for Outreach in Brooklyn & Queens position at Smile America Partners?
Job Title: Dental Assistant
Job Overview
Join Smile New York Outreach, a pioneering school-based mobile dental organization dedicated to enhancing children’s oral health in Brooklyn and Queens. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering essential dental services to children who face challenges in accessing proper care.
Key Responsibilities
Becoming part of our team offers significant potential for professional development and growth within the organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives through your work.
Company Culture And Values
At Smile New York Outreach, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our team is deeply committed to our mission of improving children’s dental health, and we value those who share our passion for making a difference.
Compensation And Benefits
If you are passionate about enhancing children’s dental health and seek a rewarding career with a focus on work-life balance, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our mission.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview
Join Smile New York Outreach, a pioneering school-based mobile dental organization dedicated to enhancing children’s oral health in Brooklyn and Queens. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering essential dental services to children who face challenges in accessing proper care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in providing dental services to children in school settings.
- Maintain accurate patient records and manage charting processes.
- Operate advanced portable dental equipment and utilize digital radiography.
- Create a welcoming and positive environment for children during their dental visits.
- Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure efficient and quality care.
- Dental Assistant Certification (preferred, but not mandatory).
- CPR certification.
- Prior experience as a Dental Assistant.
- Familiarity with Digital X-rays.
- Competence in patient charting (both paper forms and charting tooth surfaces).
- Strong interpersonal abilities to engage with children.
- Team-oriented mindset suitable for small group collaboration.
- Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid ID and readiness to travel to schools across the boroughs.
- Experience working with children is highly desirable.
Becoming part of our team offers significant potential for professional development and growth within the organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives through your work.
Company Culture And Values
At Smile New York Outreach, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our team is deeply committed to our mission of improving children’s dental health, and we value those who share our passion for making a difference.
Compensation And Benefits
- No evenings, no weekends, and summers off!
- A school-day schedule averaging between 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Excellent benefits including health coverage.
- Full-Time positions (4-5 days per week) with benefits.
- Part-Time availability (2-3 days/week).
If you are passionate about enhancing children’s dental health and seek a rewarding career with a focus on work-life balance, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our mission.
Employment Type: Full-Time
