Dental Assistant II

University of Florida

15d•$19

About The Position

Assist dentists, dental residents, or dental students in treating patients as outlined in the State of Florida’s dental laws. Take impressions for study models and opposing models for bridgework. Mechanically polish amalgam restorations, clinical crowns, and supragingival areas. Place matrices and wedges. Remove excess cement. Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings. Expose and process dental x-ray film. Instruct students on the appropriate role of dental assistants in the delivery of patient care. Assist in various fourhanded techniques, such as administering anesthetics, grasping and transferring instruments, and malleting gold foil. Expose, develop, and mount x-rays. Give fluoride treatments. Teach oral hygiene. Remove dry socket dressings and periodontal packs. Remove sutures. Pack and medicate extraction areas. Deliver sedative drug capsules to patients. Package and sterilize clinical supplies and instruments. Assist in organizing and controlling the use of clinical supplies. Greet and prepare patients for treatment. Establish rapport with the patients to relieve anxiety. Schedule and coordinate patient appointments. Maintain daily records and patient charts. Collect patient data pertaining to clinical research. Maintain and clean office and reception areas. Orient new staff members and students regarding clinic procedures and policies. Perform clerical duties (as assigned).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code
Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of all phases of dental treatment
Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
Ability to perform multiple tasks and make independent decisions in a stressful environment
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to work with diverse individuals
Ability to handle language and cultural diversity
Ability to work through some language and communication barriers
Ability to pay close attention to details

Responsibilities

Assist dentists, dental residents, or dental students in treating patients
Take impressions for study models and opposing models for bridgework
Mechanically polish amalgam restorations, clinical crowns, and supragingival areas
Place matrices and wedges
Remove excess cement
Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings
Expose and process dental x-ray film
Instruct students on the appropriate role of dental assistants in the delivery of patient care
Assist in various fourhanded techniques, such as administering anesthetics, grasping and transferring instruments, and malleting gold foil
Expose, develop, and mount x-rays
Give fluoride treatments
Teach oral hygiene
Remove dry socket dressings and periodontal packs
Remove sutures
Pack and medicate extraction areas
Deliver sedative drug capsules to patients
Package and sterilize clinical supplies and instruments
Assist in organizing and controlling the use of clinical supplies
Greet and prepare patients for treatment
Establish rapport with the patients to relieve anxiety
Schedule and coordinate patient appointments
Maintain daily records and patient charts
Collect patient data pertaining to clinical research
Maintain and clean office and reception areas
Orient new staff members and students regarding clinic procedures and policies
Perform clerical duties (as assigned)