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
RDA preferred
CDA with extensive experience accepted
Must have x-ray license
One year full time experience as a Dental Assistant
Current CPR
Proficient in four handed dentistry
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