Dental Assistant -RDA (4366)

DescriptionPRIMARY DUTIES:

assists the dentists and hygienists in chair side procedures routinely done in a general dental practice

responsible for preparation and setting up of instruments, materials, and equipment necessary for each procedure

responsible for exposing and processing dental radiographs

responsible for the sterilization of instruments, and the cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment and work areas

schedules patients, does routine reception work

accurately records information on patients records
helps implement the processing of encounters and billing and bookkeeping procedures

helps to identify related medical and/or social problems, fills out insurance forms

OTHER DUTIES:

orders supplies and materials

maintains inventory of supplies and materials as well as maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of inventory

attend conferences and meetings of dental importance as needed

other duties as assigned by supervisor

Physical and Mental Requirements:

visual and auditory accuracy
indoor setting
shift length - 8 hours
frequent use of computer
extensive standing and walking
frequent squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, climbing
occasional sitting
frequent telephone usage
continuous conversational communication
continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands
occasionally working in confined, noisy areas
occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
occasionally pushing, pulling and positioning patients up to 200 lbs
occasionally pushing, pulling and positioning (with assistance) patients over 200 lbs
occasional exposure to electrical, chemical, gaseous and dusty conditions
occasional exposure to patients with communicable diseases
infrequent use of personal transportation
understand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructions
memorize and retain instructions
read and interpret detailed specifications
able to respond quickly and calmly in medical emergencies

QualificationsREPORTS TO: Practice Manager

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of accredited certification dental assisting course preferred. Current Registered Dental Assistant Certificate as established by the State of Texas, current CPR certification.

Skills: Teaching and communication skills, Strong customer service skills, English/Spanish fluency preferred