Dental Assistant Equiliem medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k) United States, Jersey, ark Sep 09, 2026 RDA/CDA The Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties for client dental offices. The Dental Assistant works chair side as dentists examines and treats patients; making patient comfortable, prepare them for treatment and obtain dental records.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Dental Assistant is expected to practice safe and ethical care within the scope of his/her profession. The Dental Assistant should understand his/her own limitations, seeking advice and assistance when necessary. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Seat patients, adjust chairs, drape patients

Hands instruments and materials to dentist

Keeps patients mouth dry and clear by using suction and other devices

Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment

Prepares tray setups for dental procedures

Instructs patients on postoperative and general dental care

Prepares material for making impressions and restorations

Expose radiographs

Process dental x-ray film as directed

Maintains dental supply inventory

Participate with conversation of dental resources

Assist with education patients with oral hygiene, plaque control, post-operative instructions

Adheres to all department/facility policies

Essential Functions:

Must have working knowledge of techniques, theory and practice of dental assisting

Must have current knowledge in caring for patients in different developmental stages throughout the life cycle

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to operate medical equipment

Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time

Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination

Consistent attendance is required to assure that the client facilities needs and patient needs are met.

To comply with all client facilities policies, procedures and practices

Working Conditions:

The Dental Assistant must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions, such as noise, infectious/communicable diseases, blood and blood borne disease.

Qualifications:

• RDA preferred
• CDA with extensive experience accepted
• Must have x-ray license
• One year full time experience as a Dental Assistant
• Current CPR

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