Dental Art Concept Office

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Description

This highly motivated and positive individual assists with the treatment all aspects of general dentistry, including preventive care, restorative care, root canals, crowns, dentures, etc.

Key Tasks:

The requirements listed below are representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
job functions.

  • Collaborate with hygienists to create comprehensive treatment plans for excellent patient care.
  • Provide superb patient centric experience.
  • Take both alginate and digital impressions as required.
  • Maintain patient dental records; update all medical records as necessary.
  • Take all reasonable methods to ensure patient comfort.
  • Provide dental health education about tooth care and diet.
  • Carry out screening and monitoring procedures.
  • Ensure that sterile conditions are maintained.
  • Clean and sterilize all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session.
  • Use a range of different dental instruments.
  • Follow health and safety guidelines in all aspects, including when taking X-rays, handling mercury, disposing of sharp and clinical waste, resuscitation, and emergency procedures.
  • Offer advice and encouragement to patients.
  • Follow all practice policies and procedures.
  • Obey all dental ethical guidelines, including all rules on confidentiality and data protection.

Required Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry
  • Practicing for one to two years at minimum.
  • Experience using computers.
  • Must be a people person with a great attitude and attention to detail.
  • Registered in the State of New York.

Highly Preferred Qualifications:

  • Training and experience with Invisalign® treatment.
  • Training and experience with placement of implants.
  • Experience with OpenDental software.

Our practice offers employment opportunities that promote professional, personal and financial growth. We work extremely hard to provide our employees with continuous professional development and a supportive work environment.
Competitive wages coupled with guaranteed income plus incentive-linked bonuses, great benefits and opportunities for advancement are just a few reasons why a career with us is an investment in your future.

Dr. Matthew Scaffa, DDS, near me

Dr. Matthew Scaffa
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Matthew Thomas Scaffa, DDS, graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from New York University. He has been a dentist in Staten Island, NY, for over 35 years.

Dr. Scaffa annually attends continuing education courses to stay current on emerging technologies and procedures in dentistry. He has received advanced training in implants, Invisalign, and veneers. He is a member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, and the 2nd District Dental Society.

Dr. Scaffa opened his practice in 1985 and moved to more spacious premises several times before settling at the current location in 2000. He believes in “over-delivering” professional and high-quality dental care so patients will have healthy and beautiful smiles. Among the accolades he has received include being in the 99th percentile on Healthgrades for Dental Providers in the New York Area, a Top pick for NextDoor Neighborhood Faves ratings, and the MetLife SpotLite on Oral Health designation.