Overview:

The Dental Assistant facilitates delivery of dental services by the dentist, dental residents and dental hygienists.

Responsibilities:

Primary duties amd responsibilities include but not limited to: Assists dentist/resident/hygienist during examination and treatment of patients Prepares patient for dental examination and treatment Disinfects and/or sterilizes instrumentation and equipment, sets up instrumentation, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient Exposes and processes dental diagnostic x-rays, when dentist is on site Assists dentist/resident/hygienist in management of medical and dental emergencies Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs Provides pre/peri/post-operative instructions as prescribed by dentist Maintains dental, electronic medical records Maintaining dental inventory and supports ordering/inventory control Assists in referral process Performs water testing on a regular or as needed Updates the MSDS book for incoming new dental products and revisions Ensures OSHA and all safety requirements are practiced Reviews and maintains sterilization records Scans all necessary documents into the EMR Routes telephone notes and electronic records to appropriate dentist Accesses patient portal for pertinent information Confirms authorizations for non-covered dental services Performs all duties, as requested by supervisor

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an approved dental assistant training program, preferred. Minimum 6 months experience as a dental assistant, preferred. Basic Life Support Certification/AED, preferred. Familiarity serving persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, desirable. Strong ability to support busy dental program. Proficiency in oral, written and computer skills required. Bilingual in English and Spanish, a plus.