Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

: Performs a variety of tasks assigned to them by the Doctor, and or supervisor/lead. They greet and seat patients while developing and maintaining a rapport that puts them at ease. They perform many functions chairside to enable the doctor to evaluate, diagnose, and treat the patient. An EFDA is certified/licensed to perform certain procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed doctor. A good assistant must perform these duties while adhering to OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: An assistant must be in good physical condition to maintain the high level of quality demanded of them from patients and doctors. They must be able to perform all tasks asked of them with a good attitude and physical ability. They must be able to deal with a certain amount of stress as well as physical exertion.

HAZARDS:

The dental office environment may result in employees being exposed to toxic chemicals, radiation, infectious diseases, and increased noise level.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

There are no specific guidelines in Missouri for becoming a dental assistant. Some skills are needed in order to become proficient in the dental field. High School graduate or equivalent CPR and first aid In order to be eligible for expanded function duties, an assistant must take and pass a test of basic skills. Expanded Function Dental Assistants are required to take and pass a series of written and clinical tests in order to become licensed to perform specific tasks as outlined in the Missouri Dental Practice Act.

COMPETENCIES

The following skills are needed to become proficient in the dental field. A good attitude. Good work ethic The ability to work closely with others as a team The ability to write precisely and legibly Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology The skill to work under pressure To be able to work with many different age groups Flexibility, to adapt easily to daily routine SKILLS Taking x-rays autoclave - statim varied dental materials ultrasonic model trimmer Intra Oral Camera O2 and N2O x-ray machine dental lathes medical kit panoramic x-ray computers hand pieces x-ray trans-cranial

Expanded Functions:

Restorative I:

Restorative II:

Orthodontics:

Fixed Prosthetics:

Removable Prosthetics:

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

License/Certification:

EFDA licenses (Required)

Work Location:

In person