p>Dental Assistant Classification Non-Exempt Reports To: Dental Manager Supervises Others: No Essential Role: Provides dental assistance to complement the dentists role of delivering primary dental care services at GraceMed Health Clinic Inc. Duties & Responsibilities Prepares the patient for treatment Accesses dental records and provides instruments and materials needed during treatment procedures Obtains and/or reviews patient and family history in dental record Chaperones and assists dentists during exams and procedures Returns or receives patient phone calls during office hours Performs triage of patients by phone or in office Assesses dental needs of patient and coordinates appropriate care or interventions and refers to licensed staff or providers as indicated Maintains and stocks exam rooms Cleans and sterilizes equipment and instruments Provides post-treatment and oral health care instruction as requested Takes impressions for study models, crowns, bridges, dentures, and when necessary pours up models Takes digital x-rays as directed by the dentist Maintains clinical equipment and supplies Performs direct patient care within the limits of his/her training and capabilities when the dentist is unavailable Always maintain patient confidentiality Assists in the development and documentation of protocols related to his/her job functions Performs other appropriate duties as requested by supervisors.
Working Conditions Dental office environment Multi-task oriented position including direct patient care may require sitting or standing for long periods Bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50lbs may be required Must interact with dentists, dental hygienists, patients, and other office personnel Must possess socio-economic and cultural sensitivity May involve contact with angry, upset, or ill persons Will involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids and other hazardous substances Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to assist with procedures, perform, and interpret lab results and interface with computer Must have auditory acuity to handle phone calls and extensive patient interaction.