Dental Assistant

General Summary

Maintains needed medications, supplies and equipment; maintains statistical data; coordinates educational materials for patients.   Provides patient care as needed during dental clinics.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizes work according to mission of Clinic
• Greet patients cheerfully
• Assists dentist with all procedures
• Prepares rooms for procedures and clean rooms after all procedures
• Maintains sterilization – tracking of changing cold sterile monthly and disinfecting ultrasonic daily
• X-ray patients and charting of any existing work and/or missing teeth 
• Assists dental hygienist with setting up and cleaning rooms for procedures
• Maintains x-ray machine
• Notes in patient charts work completed or work still to be done
• Educates patients on importance of oral health and answer any questions from patients
• Calls in prescriptions for patients per dentist orders
• Requests and maintains all patient records from other dental offices
• Orders and stocks all equipment and supplies
• Communicates with dental lab regarding pickups and deliveries
• Coordinates with receptionist regarding scheduling and appropriate charges for service

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Exceptional time management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well with others

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Graduated from an accredited high school or GED equivalent
• Registered Dental Assistant with a current Texas license
• Minimum of 3 years acute care experience 
• Computer skills are necessary