SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Dental Manager, the Dental Assistant works as part of the Dental Team performing those duties necessary to provide assistance to the dental staff. The Dental Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for treatment, processing dental x-ray film, pours dental impressions, setting up instruments and dental materials, sterilizing instruments after patient treatment, and charts dental anomalies, ordering and stocking supplies.
PRIMARY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (other duties may be assigned):
- Conducts job duties in a professional and caring manner creating a positive patient oriented service atmosphere.
- Exhibits awareness of cultural and socioeconomic differences and demonstrates ability in reducing barriers to the provisions of dental care.
- Assists dentists and dental hygienist in chair-side procedures to include amalgams, co...