II Per Diem II Periodontal Dental Assistant Brewster

Periodontal Dental Assistant

Location:

Brewster, New York

Facility:
Dental Care Alliance (DCA)

Employment ;
Per Diem

Join a leading periodontal practice dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. As a Periodontal Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the periodontist during surgical and non-surgical periodontal procedures while ensuring a safe, efficient, and patient-focused clinical environment. This position is ideal for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced specialty practice.

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments for periodontal procedures.
• Assist the periodontist during surgical and non-surgical treatments, including:
  • Scaling and root planing
  • Crown lengthening
  • Dental implant placement
  • Soft tissue grafting
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal care, and post-operative instructions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and sterilization protocols.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of dental instruments and clinical supplies.
• Support patient scheduling and communication as needed.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• 1-2 years of hands-on Dental Assistant experience, preferably in a periodontal or oral surgery setting.
• Current New York State Dental Assistant certification/registration (if required by state regulations).
• Current CPR/BLS Certification.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient care skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Experience assisting with periodontal surgeries and dental implant procedures.
• X-ray Certification (if applicable).
• Familiarity with electronic dental records and dental practice management software.

• Work alongside an experienced periodontal specialist.
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment.
• Modern practice equipped with advanced periodontal technology.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Competitive compensation and a rewarding career in specialty dentistry.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form uponhire.