Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant is a valuable member of our healthcare operations team who shall perform those duties as assigned to assist by the Dental Director, Dentists, and Hygienists in the care and treatment of patients. Performs chair-side assisting, inventory and dental records duties as well as administrative functions. Assist the dental hygienist when needed. Works under the general direction of the dental hygienist or dentist as the site. Maybe assigned duties and task by the Lead DA. Scheduled Hours: 37.5 per week Prepares and maintains dental instruments, materials, and equipment. Collects and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for dentist’s reference prior to examination. Helps patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment. Takes digital x-rays and (intra oral pictures, if applicable) Assists dentist chair-side by organizing and preparing instruments for dentist’s use and assisting as needed during procedures. Advises patients in oral hygiene and dental care. Follows through with post-visit duties. Provides basic information related to basic dental disease Interacts positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, an