Dental Front Desk / Dental Assistant

Job description

Under general supervision of the Lead Dental Assistant and Dentist*, provides a range of clinical, administrative, and staff support to a full-range dental services operation. Assists in the performance of dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies in accordance with established protocol and procedures, policies, standards, and assists in the coordination of day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office support activities. MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS: - Dental Assistant/CSR - Provides chair-side assistance to dentist in the performance of dental procedures. - Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supply and dental equipment according to OSHA and Clinic Standards. - Maintain housekeeping records. - Sets-up trays for procedures. - Takes radiographs as directed by dentist (only assistants who have completed courses on radiation safety). - Develops and processes dental radiographs in accordance with provider orders. - Assists in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols. - Orders and maintains inventories of dental clinic supplies. - Interacts with and processes den...