Job detail

Dental Assistant

Rochester Regional Health

#BLS #Patient Care #Dental Assistant #Infection Control #Entry-Level #On-the-Job Training #Dental Procedures #Office Assistant #Practice Operations

Quick overview

The Dental Assistant will function as a chairside assistant, office assistant, and sterile processing technician, supporting the dental team with high-quality patient care under dentist supervision. Key duties include preparing treatment areas, assisting in procedures, sterilizing instruments, and managing administrative tasks like scheduling and inventory.

Requirements summary

This is an entry-level role ideal for candidates new to the dental field, requiring no prior formal qualifications, though on-the-job training is provided. Candidates must obtain Active BLS certification within three months of hire and be capable of performing medium physical work involving frequent standing and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

CommunicationInventory ManagementPatient CareInstrument SterilizationPatient ComfortAppointment SchedulingInfection ControlChairside AssistanceRecord ManagementSterile ProcessingFour-Handed DentistryDental Materials Mixing

Job description

Job Title

Dental
Assistant
Location: Riedman
Health
Center-(1455
East
Ridge
Road,
Rochester,
NY 14621)
Department:
Dental
Hours
Per
Week: 40 hours,
Full-time, 8-hour shifts
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
SUMMARY: This entry-level role is ideal for candidates who are new to the dental field and interested in gaining hands-on experience while working under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. While this position does not require licensure, it offers valuable exposure to patient care, infection control, dental procedures, and practice operations. We offer on-the-job training and support for those who wish to pursue formal education and New York State registration. Under the supervision of a licensed dentist, the unlicensed dental assistant functions as a dental chair assistant, office assistant and sterile processing technician to assist our dental team with high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

Clinical Support & Chairside Assistance: Prepare patients and treatment areas, assist in procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques, suction, retract tissues, and mix dental materials under supervision. Instrument & Equipment Management: Sterilize and organize instruments, prepare trays, and maintain dental equipment according to infection control standards. Administrative & Operational Support: Manage patient records (non-clinical), assist with appointment scheduling, inventory, and ensure treatment rooms are clean and stocked. Patient Interaction: Escort patients, provide comfort measures, and deliver general instructions as directed REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: None REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Active BLS or within three months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills with a compassionate, patient-focused attitude for routine interaction with staff, patients and visitors Prior experience in a sterile processing, general or specialty dental practice EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL

Requirements

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $18.10 - $23.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.