South Dennis, MA30+ days ago
Performs all delegable duties for On the Job Trained Dental Assistant allowed by the Board of Dentistry • Reviews medical chart with provider, performs intake on the patient and documents in EDR following protocols • Prepares all clinical areas for treatment planned each session • Provides chairside assistance to dentists in all procedures in accordance with training • Enters relevant patient information into EDR in accordance with training and protocol • Implements daily infection control procedures and processes instruments in compliance with CDC and HHSI protocols • As directed, or in accordance with state law and HHSI protocol, place sensors and aligns x-ray tubes for radiographs but will not expose radiographs until required licensure is obtained • Performs routine maintenance on equipment and maintains checklists and logs as required • Maintains checklists and logs on equipment, oxygen tanks, eyewash stations, code bags • Enters data and maintains the electronic lab log tracking all dental prosthetic cases in accordance with protocol and training • Prepares all clinical areas for clinic closing in accordance with protocol • Monitors inventory and ensures that inventory is maintained by following established protocols • Reviews post-operative instructions with patients regarding their procedures. Within 3-6 months, the DAT will: • Complete initial training with Harbor Health • Complete a course in radiological techniques and safeguards and successfully pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety Examination (RHS) or other examination as approved by BORID within one year or course completion • Obtain an on-the job (OJT) Massachusetts Dental Assisting License.