Dental Aide
About The Position
Under the general direction of a Licensed Team Member, the Dental Aide performs clinical and clerical tasks supporting patient care in a dental outpatient environment. The position is full-time, with 40 scheduled hours per week, and works a day shift at the University of Rochester's EIOH General Dentistry department in Rochester, New York. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment and supply inventory, preparing and cleaning operatories, supporting patient scheduling and clinic flow, entering information into the electronic medical record, and following infection-prevention protocols. The Dental Aide also performs basic dental laboratory procedures, collects data for quality improvement studies, and assists with research as directed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or current high school student in good academic standing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
- Computer experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintains inventory of equipment, instruments, and supplies, and assists with replacements and repairs.
- Supports room utilization by stocking supplies, cleaning operatories, preparing dental units daily, and maintaining waiting-room cleanliness.
- Anticipates and prepares equipment, materials, and supplies based on patient and procedure complexity to support efficient clinic operations and provider schedules.
- Contacts patients to schedule or reschedule appointments and maintains accurate demographic information in the scheduling system.
- Notifies staff of patient arrivals and escorts patients through the clinic, including providing special assistance to non-ambulatory patients.
- Follows standard patient identification verification safety protocols.
- Enters patient data into the electronic medical record.
- Reviews provider-prepared discharge instructions with patients.
- Implements infection-prevention measures, including hand hygiene and surface decontamination, in accordance with EIOH policy.
- Performs basic dental laboratory procedures, such as pouring models for dentures and partials.
- Collects data for quality improvement and departmental studies.
- Supports and assists with research as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
