Dental Assistant

Job Description

Dental Assistant

Summary:   The dental assistant is responsible for assisting the Dentist in the clinical care of a patient and for maintaining the dental equipment as outlined by the Dental Standards of Clinical Practice.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Assists the Dentist chair side at all times, including passing and receiving of instruments, oral evacuation and retraction and preparation of materials.
• Takes x-rays under direction of Dentist.
• Provides coverage for support staff as needed.
• Organizes treatment room for each patient, including instruments, records, radiographs, and lab work.
• Conducts blood pressure and health history information as needed.
• Disinfects treatment room and operate equipment in accordance with OSHA, ADA and CDC infection control guidelines.
• Audits supplies monthly and documents what is needed.
• Maintains and monitors laboratory procedures and cases.
• Disinfects and sterilizes instruments according to CDC/OSHA/ADA standards.
• Changes dental solutions as outlined in Standards of Clinical Practice Book and maintains record manual.
• Responsible for equipment care and maintenance.
• Defrosts refrigerator monthly and records, keeping records in chart.
• Updates MSDS book and Q.A. manual.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Dental Director or Dentist

Qualifications:

• Certification from accredited dental assisting program
• RHS certification required
• ICE certification required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• One to two years prior dental experience preferred.
• Computer literate

Education and/or Experience:    High School Diploma or Business Institute Certificate