Dental Assistant II

Kintegra Health•Lincolnton, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A DA II must be able to perform all the minimum qualifications of the DA II job descriptions. The role of the DA II is a nonexempt position responsible for performing a variety of duties related to dental patient care directed by dental providers. They may be involved in both the clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling minimal clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the dental services.

Requirements

Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
Able to read and understand the English language.
Able to effectively maintain confidentiality of records and communicate with all levels of personnel.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers, management staff, and contacts outside the organization.
Must be able to work with multiple changing priorities.
Requires excellent organizational, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Must be able to interact with individuals of all cultures and levels of authority.
Requires the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must be able to function as part of a team.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance
Minimum one years’ experience.
One academic year or longer in an ADA-accredited dental program
BLS/OSHA/HIPAA

Nice To Haves

Coronal polishing
radiographic certification
nitrous oxide sedation a plus

Responsibilities

Take/record vital signs and medical histories
Prepare patients for examinations
Room stocked and prepared for doctors arrival for treatment of patient
Take and develop X-rays properly (radiographs)
Mix, prepare, and/or provide all materials and instruments requested by the provider
Provide proper instrument set-up prior to appointment
Assist provider during examinations/procedures
Update/maintain patient dental records accurately in the electronic dental record (EDR)
Maintain sterilization and tray set up
Compliance with all OSHA/HIPAA/PPE regulations