Dental Assistant at ENHANCE DENTAL

Choctaw, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dental Assisting, Radiographs, Sterilization, Infection Control, Patient Comfort, Oral Care Instructions, Oral Hygiene Strategies, Impressions, Lab Case Management, Office Management, Dental Records Maintenance, Equipment Maintenance, Medical History Assessment, OSHA Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, Basic Life Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: CHOCTAW DENTAL - Choctaw, OK Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: Technical School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care Description Job purpose Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care and are valuable members of the dental care team. Duties and responsibilities Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Preparing examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place Preventing the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment Helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment Providing patients with instructions for oral care following treatment Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling) Taking impressions of patient's teeth for study casts (models of teeth) Create, send, and track lab cases Monitor, order, and maintain budget for dental supplies Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer Assisting in updating and maintaining client dental records/charts Maintaining equipment and coordinating any necessary repairs Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse as needed Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed Maintaining OSHA and HIPPA compliance Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Basic Life Support Certification required State Dental Assistant license required Expanded functions required Radiation Expanded functions preferred Coronal Polishing / Topical Fluoride Sealants Nitrous Oxide Parenteral / Pediatric Anesthesia Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Working conditions Dental practices run at a fast pace and dental assistants will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients. Physical requirements Dental Assistants will be required to: Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Repeat the same movements. Bend or twist their body. Sit for long periods. Stand for long periods. Lifting up to 50 pounds Reports to: ADO / Office Manager Direct reports: None.

Responsibilities

Dental assistants assist the dentist during various treatment procedures and help maintain a clean and efficient work environment. They also provide patient care and support, ensuring comfort and proper oral hygiene practices.