Temporary Dental Assistant (Bilingual Spanish/English)
They are responsible for providing hands-on support and completing prep work so Dentists can complete the required tasks at maximum speed and efficiency.
If you have experience in dental assisting and are seeking an opportunity to work in our primary care health centers on a temporary basis, please feel free to apply.
Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED Required.Dental Assistant Certificate required. 0-1 years of related experience in a dental setting with four-handed dentistry preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.Knowledge of Dental Software and EHR (e.g. Dentrix), highly desired. Ability to adhere to National Patient Safety Goals.
Key Duties:Assists the Dentist with routine procedures.Prepares treatment room and tray setups for dental provider. Takes digital X-rays and impressions.Orders dental supplies and maintains inventory.Completes infection control sterilization of all equipment and instruments.Schedules appointments and maintains reception area as required.Distributes patient educational materials as needed.Starting Compensation: Minimum $43,680 ($21.00) per year; Maximum $43,680 ($21.00) per year
As a full time associate at Urban Health Plan, you'll enjoy:Fully funded Health Insurance for you/73.5% funded Health Insurance for your familyDental, Vision, and prescription Coverage 401(k) Retirement Savings (including 3% annual employer contribution)Comprehensive time off including paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays (including your birthday!).Flex Spending Accounts (Health care, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits)Entertainment Discount ProgramsEmployee Assistant ProgramsEligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)Fitness Discounts and Perks through our medical plan$50,000 term life InsuranceWork Environment Type, Location, and Schedule:We are hiring for our Bronx based health centers.The work schedule for the location will be Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.
About Urban Health Plan:At Urban Health Plan (UHP) our mission is to continuously improve the health of communities and the quality of life of the people we serve by providing affordable, comprehensive, quality, primary and specialty health care and by assuring the performance and advancement of innovative best practices.At UHP, our commitment to provide patient-centered, holistic, quality health care, is part of a tradition started by our founder, Dr. Richard Izquierdo, 50 years ago. That tradition continues today by promoting excellence in everything that we do.
UHP is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.