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Registered Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant

GRANATOSKY PLLCEverett, WA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Patient Care and Assistance :

  • Patient Preparation : Greet and prepare patients for dental examinations and treatments.
  • Ensure they are comfortable and inform them of the procedures.

Chairside Assistance :

  • Assist the dentist during various procedures, including fillings, extractions, crowns (Experience making temporary crowns), and surgeries by handing instruments, operating suction devices, and managing patient comfort.
  • Radiography :

  • Take and develop dental X-rays as directed by the dentist.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and state regulations.
  • Patient Education :

  • Provide patients with oral hygiene instructions, postoperative care guidelines, and answer any questions regarding their dental treatment and care.
  • Clinical Duties :

  • Instrument Sterilization : Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment using autoclaves and other sterilization techniques.
  • Treatment Room Preparation :

  • Set up and break down treatment rooms before and after patient appointments, ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready and sterile.
  • Record Keeping :

  • Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and any observations made during patient care.
  • Impressions and Models :

  • Take dental impressions and pour, trim, and polish study casts Skills and Qualifications : Certifications : Must be a registered dental assistant  Technical Skills : Proficient in dental assisting techniques, radiography, use of dental instruments, fabricating temporary crowns.  Interpersonal Skills : Excellent communication and patient care skills, ability to work effectively in a team.  Attention to Detail : Strong organizational and problem solving skills, ability to perform sensitive tasks carefully and with precision.  Powered by JazzHR
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