Dental Assistant - Full Time
DOCS Health·Town of Le Ray, New York
DOCS Health·Town of Le Ray, New York
The Dental Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for dental work and maintaining a sterile environment through proper disinfection and bio-hazard disposal. They also handle daily and monthly clerical reporting and build rapport with patients to ensure quality care.
Description We have a state-of-the-art dental practice at Fort Drum as part of Army and Air Force Exchange Services specifically servicing Military Families and Military Veterans. Our practice has a family feel and we focus on building relationships with our patients. Making sure to provide each of our patients with the best quality care.
Able to build rapport with patients. Prepare patients for dental work. Must have excellent verbal and written communication. Strong organizational skills. Familiar with Dental software and equipment. Dental Assistants are responsible for the set-up/break down, including disposing of any bio-hazards properly. Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment. Must follow all infection control procedures. Must be able to complete clerical reporting on a daily/monthly basis.
Current Dental Assistant Radiology License / DANB Two (2) years or more of experience X-Ray Certified CPR/BLS Valid Driver License; Reliable Transportation Must have or be willing to obtain a Real ID prior to starting
For Full Time Staff: Competitive compensation Providing care to our Military dependents Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Medical, Vision, and Dental Health Savings Account, Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability 401K with matching ________________________________________ If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process. DOCS Health is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. DOCS Health will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.
Market context
Dental support roles in New York often draw steady interest because practices need reliable, patient-facing staff who can work in fast-paced settings and follow clinical procedures closely. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of relevant human services or OPWDD experience, and timely certification completion; the listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and paid holidays. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your experience matches the care setting and be ready to discuss your certification timeline.
