Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary :
- We are looking for a Dental Assistant, to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.
- This person will handle a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations that range in complexity and skill with plenty of room to learn and grow.
- All aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service and communication skills.
Responsibilities :
Ensures a welcoming and well-prepared treatment room for patients bymeticulously following prescribed procedures and protocols.Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, anddraping patient.Serves as a key communicator within the practice, providing valuable informationand support both patients and colleagues through responsive interactions.Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area;positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and inthe patient's mouth.Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies,pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporaryrestorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPRcertification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephonedirectory.Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperativeinstructions.Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping informationconfidential.Demonstrates dedication to upholding a safe and hygienic work environment bystrictly adhering to established procedures, rules, and regulations.Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies andprotocols.Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed toaccomplish job results.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educationalworkshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks;participating in professional societies.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Other duties as assignedRequired Education :
Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program or One year of hands-on experience as a Dental Assistant.Required Certifications & Licensure :
CPR card.Xray certificationPreferred Certifications & Licensure :
RDA