Dental assistant
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Short Description
Supports the clinical treatment care of patients.
Ensures patient comfort and assists in educating patient on dental procedures.
Works efficiently to maintain clinic schedule while adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
Organizes and maintains surgical instruments and lab equipment.
Schedules patients appropriately; confirms patient appointments including referral and treatment plans from general dentist.
Performs the complete check-in functions for each patient.
Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Obtains radiographic imagining as requested by the provider.
Assists in patient recovery following IV sedation in the office.
Performs all functions within the scope of their practice.
Experience Required
Oral Surgery experience preferred
Education Requirements
HS diploma or equivalent
License/Certification Requirements
Certified Dental Assist (CDA) and/or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) required, New Jersey Dental Radiology license requried, CPR certificate required