RDA Dental Assistant - Bedford, OH, United States - Hudec Dental

Description

Job Title:
Dental Assistant


Pay:
$15-17+

Basic Function:

The primary function of the Dental Assistant is to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments/materials; passing instruments/materials and assisting with Doctor s instructions related to patient care goals of Hudec Dental Associates at all locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following is a list of responsibilities associated with the Dental Assistant but is not exhaustive nor a complete, comprehensive list of the duties required and expected of the Dental Assistant; additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Clinical/Patient Care

Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols

Follow properly issued instructions/directions regarding patient flow and manage the flow of patients to schedule/maximize the doctor s time if applicable.

Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, introducing one s self, comforting, seating, and draping patient. This includes ensuring patients are greeted with a handshake and shown appreciation during entire visit.
Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions, requests.
Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials in preparation for the doctor.

Provides diagnostic information by taking and developing radiographic images; using intra-oral cameras for 100% of new patients; pouring model casts.

Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions; prints prescribed prescriptions
Communicates to patients about current office promotions and programs; i.e. Share a Smile, InDent, Care Credit
Documents and charges out dental care services by charting in patients records in dental software
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Prepare laboratory prescriptions in LabNet software.
Safety Focus/Equipment Maintenance/Supplies

Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols including safe and clean working environments.

Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Informs Clinical Coordinator of dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
Informs Clinical Coordinator or Manager of dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
Performs work in a safe manner at all times. Avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to self or others
Communication/Teamwork/Development

Communicates changes to co-workers and dentist(s) and assists others when possible
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications
Complies with policies and procedures of Hudec Dental Associates; i.e. timekeeping, dress code, etc.
Other duties as assigned.