Dental Assistant - Youngstown Dental Clinic

Dental Assistant - Mercy Health Physicians

The Dental Assistant assists the Dentist with various procedures performed at chairside in the Dental Clinic. He / she is also responsible for coordinating. He / she takes and develops oral x-rays, maintains various dental and other patient care supplies and equipment; instructs patients regarding proper oral health and other preventive measures; performs general receptionist / clerical / registration / billing duties. Performs other duties and assignments as requested.

Essential Functions :

• Prepares for procedures / exams : Greets and escorts patient to operatory area; Prepares patient, equipment and supplies for procedures and exams; Obtains chart.
• Uses suction devices, water spray cotton rolls, holders, cheek / tongue retractors to keep oral operating area clean during dental procedures; Prepares restorative materials and dental cements to be used during dental procedures; Takes and develops intra-oral radiographs; Assists Dentist with oral exams, cleanings, extractions, root canal therapy and fillings.
• Provides education and instruction; Gives post-procedure instruction to patient and / or significant other; Educates regarding proper oral hygiene and overall dental preventative care; Maintains dental instruments; Washes and soaks instruments in a solution before processing in ultrasonic cleaner; Sets up instruments for sterilization by packaging, labeling and dating; Processes instruments and transports instruments to and from Central Supply; Maintains disinfecting solutions according to protocol
• Directs patients to financial counselor as necessary; Assists residents with completion of billing form; Performs general clerical duties as needed; Files patient and other records; Prepares and maintains charts; Maintains dental instruments.

Qualifications :

Education : Vocational / technical degree (Required)

Completion of dental assistant program

Certifications / Licensing :

OH Radiology License

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