JOB STATEMENT

The Dental Assistant supports Dentists and Dental Hygienists in providing quality dental care to patients.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Greets patients, assists with check-in/out, and helps patients complete health and dental history forms.
• Escorts patients to examination rooms, records vital signs, and assists during dental procedures.
• Prepares and cleans rooms for procedures, and cleans/sterilizes instruments.
• Exposes and develops dental radiographs and records treatment information in patient records.
• Schedules appointments, verifies insurance, and handles transactions.
• Notifies dental provider of patient arrival, and performs other tasks as required by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Specialized Training/Certifications: Dental Assistant Program, Texas State Board Registration, and CPR Certification
• Experience: None
• Knowledge: General Dentistry, Office Procedures (plus), Fluent in Spanish (plus)
• Skills: Computer Literacy, Patient-Centered Focus, Attention to Detail, and Confidentiality
• Abilities: Speak, Read, and Write English; Stand/Walk Majority of Shift; Assist Patients in Distress
• Other: Maintain Immunizations, and Comfortable with Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids/Tissues