![]() Performs all functions in full compliance with the center’s and the Dental Department Exposure Control Plan including but not limited to the use of Personal Protective Equipment and Universal Precautions.Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Dental Department directive, center policy as well as state and federal regulation(s).Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with Dental Department directive and protocol.Assist with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate.Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and patient care of the Dental Department.Maintains a list of all Dental Department patients, monitors patient flow, and assists the Director of Dental Services, dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) is assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed and filed.Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes.Maintains all Dental Department areas in compliance with Dental Department directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues.Maintains dental Department equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and Dental Department policy and protocol.Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with the state regulation and law and Dental Department directive and protocol.Exposes and develops dental radiographs in accordance with the state regulations and law as well as Dental Department directive and protocol.Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions, and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist.Prepares operatory for patient treatment as per Dental Department protocols and the dentist’s or dental hygienist’s directions.Serves as dentist’s or dental hygienist’s chair-side assistant.The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies. The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the center. Welcome to Zufall Health! Position Summary: A full time, non-exempt position reports to the site manager with clinical oversight from Director of Dental Services, Director of Nursing, and Chief Medical Officer. ![]()
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