42 North Dental·City of Poughkeepsie, New York
Provide clinical chairside support to dentists and facilitate a positive patient experience. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, exposing radiographs, and maintaining strict compliance with infection control standards.
$22 hourly Why You’ll Love this Dental Assistant Job! Do you have strong verbal skills? Are you able to embrace a positive team approach to patient care? If so, then you’d be a great fit for our Dental Assistant position at Arlington Dental Associates! The Dental Assistant provides clinical support to facilitate the relationship between our patients and dentists, increase the efficiency of delivering quality dental care and maintain communication between dentists, patients and administrative staff to ensure a positive patient experience.
Health Insurance with optional HSA (healthcare savings account), (single or family coverage), gym/health club reimbursement, discounted health and fitness merchandise and more Dental benefits (including free cleanings). Eligible if working 30+ hours. Vision coverage 401K with dedicated financial assistance Continuing education through work at no cost to you. When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise. If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives, apply for the Dental Assistant position today!
Greet and prepare patients for treatment Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures Provide post operative instructions and patient education Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments Maintain strict compliance to infection control, CDC, OSHA and HIPPA Maintain dental supply inventory Perform other related job duties as assigned Must demonstrate strong teamwork as the providers assisted are subject to change dependent upon the practice needs
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology C.D.A. preferred Possess required certifications, licensure or registration as required by state
Candidates should have knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. A C.D.A. and required state certifications or licensure are preferred or required.
Market context
In New York, dental assistant openings are typically driven by ongoing outpatient and specialty dental care needs, with employers often looking for candidates who can support chairside procedures and patient flow. This role is competitive because a high school diploma is required and prior dental assistant or operating room experience is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight hands-on clinical support and teamwork.
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