Dental Assistant

1. Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist
2. Serves as dentist’s chair-side assistant
3. Prepares operatory for patient treatment
4. Exposes and develops dental radiographs and performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulations and law
5. Maintains dental equipment and work areas in compliance with OSHA/HIPPA policies and procedures relative to infection control and safety issues, including the sterilization of all reusable dental instruments and equipment and the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials
6. Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list for inventory control and ordering purposes
7. Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the office as appropriate and as time permits
8. Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for all phases of general dentistry

1. Skill in providing excellent customer service and support; organizing and prioritizing workload, and excellent written and verbal communication.
2. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.
3. Ability to work effectively with managers, co-workers, members of the public and professional groups.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, concisely with others, consistently demonstrate positive/proactive customer service attitude.
5. Ability to work as an effective team member; function independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative; be flexible to shift priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships, effectively assist providers; work toward goals and objectives of the office.

1. High school diploma or GED certificate
2. Completion of accredited course in dental assisting (Certified Dental Assistant)
3. Current CPR certificate'