Job description
Responsibilities:
Preparing patients for dental work.
Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.
Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary.
Assisting with procedures such as fillings, crowns, implants, and extractions.
Assisting dental hygienists with procedures when necessary.
Providing great patient care.
Recording treatment information in patient records.
Exposing dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.
Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.
Collecting and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs.
Providing postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
Caring for dental equipment.
Forming preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment inventory.
Fabricating temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
Interpersonal Skills:
Empathy and compassion for people
Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
Good communication skills
Strong attention to detail
A willingness to learn and grow.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of dental procedures
Ability to take X-rays, make dental impressions, read blood pressure, etc.
Capable at spotting possible dental emergencies
Ability to prepare and sterilize exam room and dentistry tools.
Understanding of common dental materials
Administrative Skills:
Ability to multitask and solve problems.
Organizational skills
Literacy in computers and applications
Tracking and ordering necessary supplies
