Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services.At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.Visit us at Shifts9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.MJob DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITION:Under general supervision of Director of the Dental Services or his or her appropriate designee, plans, coordinates, reviews, guides, trains and supervises the activities of a large group of Dental Assistants engaged in the activity of providing dental patient care services; Performs related work.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Plans, coordinates, supervises and reviews the work of Dental Assistants assigned to the work unit.2. Coordinates, prepares and maintains work and shift schedules for the Dental Assistants.3. Reviews work methods and procedures utilized by Dental Assistants and Performs Dental Assistant duties to assure optimal operation of the section.4. Participates in the development and evaluation of training programs and instructs personnel in appropriate methods and techniques.5. Assists in the interviewing, selection and orientation of Dental Assistants and provides on-the-job training as necessary.6. Orders and maintains inventory control and establishes adequate levels of expendable and non-expendable supplies and equipment. Distributes necessary supplies to each Dental Assistant within assigned areas.7. Establishes preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and instruments in patient care areas and arranges for necessary repairs.8. Contributes towards adequate and effective continuity of patient care by providing for sustained and efficient patient flow and productive utilization of Dental Assistant personnel.9. Handles and troubleshoots patient complaints and grievances when necessary and instructed by Chief and Administrator of the unit10. Maintains open communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary team in the practice11. Performs related duties and special projects as necessary or as assigned by the Administrative and Medical Directors of the Dental Services.Minimum Qualifications1. Graduation from a Senior High School or possession of a High School Equivalency Diploma; and 2. Minimum of three years experience as a Dental Assistant with a least one year of supervisory experience with possession of a good degree of chairside skills and ability to transfer such skills through demonstration and verbal instructions; and 3. Knowledge of concepts and applications of team dentistry; or 4. A satisfactory combination of education, training and experience.However, all candidates must possess a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency.If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:Lincoln Medical & Mental Health CenterHuman Resources Department234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),2nd Floor, AnnexBronx, NY 10451Attn: Recruitment UnitNYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs