Job Description

Job Location: Main Office - 555 Broome Street - New York, NY 10013
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Health CarePosition: Dental Assistant
Supervisor: Dentist, Dental Hygienist, Operations Manager
Organization Overview:
The Door helps over eleven thousand young people, most referred by their peers, with primary health care, prenatal care and health education, mental health counseling, legal services, GED, ESL, tutoring and homework help, college preparation and computer classes, career development services and training, job placement, daily meals, arts, sports, and recreational activities.  Its mission is to empower young people to reach their potential by providing comprehensive youth development services in a diverse and caring environment.
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Dentist, Dental Hygienist and Operations Manager, the Dental Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed, and youth-centered dental services at the Adolescent Health Center. This role assists with clinical care, patient education, infection control, and administrative support to ensure a safe, welcoming, and efficient dental environment for adolescents and young adults.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain dental examination and treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and appropriate stocking of supplies
- Perform inventory management of dental supplies and equipment; assist with ordering and restocking as needed
- Assist the Dentist during routine and complex dental procedures, including examinations, X-ray, preventive care, and treatments
- Ensure patient comfort and provide chairside support throughout dental visits
- Support patient education related to oral hygiene, preventive care, and follow-up instructions, as directed by the dental provider
- Properly clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with OSHA, CDC, and organizational infection control standards
- Follow all safety, confidentiality (HIPAA), and infection prevention protocols
- Accurately document support activities as required and assist with clinical workflow
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary AHC staff to support holistic, youth-friendly care
- Phone calls, Data entry, Referrals, Scheduling
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support clinic operations

Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program required
- Minimum of 1 year working as a Dental Assistant.
- Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and infection control standards
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse youth populations in a culturally responsive and trauma-informed manner
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Experience with adolescents, young adults, or community health settings strongly preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Work Schedule: Full - time, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 10 am to 6 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 6:30 pm (up to 7pm as needed) on site, 35 hours a week, including some evening hours.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 10 am to 6 pm, some late evening. Wednesday 10 am to 6:30 pm (up to 7pm as needed).
Salary: $47,320 - $54,600 annually
COVID -19 POLICY
The Door follows the CDC and NYS recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Door requires all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have a qualified exemption.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to our organization. We are an equal opportunity employer for all regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.