Lead Dental Assistant/Radiographer
About The Position
Take digital intra-oral and extra oral radiographic imaging (e.g. cone beam computed tomography, and bitewing, periapical, occlusal and panoramic views in analog/film and digital/plate/sensor formats). Review radiographs within guidelines. Process and route imaging related materials. Greet, screen and direct patients. Confirm patient is authorized for a radiographic examination. Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students. Assign patients to dental students, within guidelines. Monitor collection of instruments; dispense supplies, disposable materials, instrument and equipment. Maintain cleanliness of the work area and quality and safety standards; ensure proper recycling, disposal of infectious materials and adherence to infection control protocols and HIPAA compliance.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of related experience
- Graduate of a Dental Assistant Training Program
- Certification as a Dental Assistant
- Knowledge of four-handed chairside dental techniques and dental lab equipment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree Dental Hygiene
- 2+ years chairside assisting in a private practice
- NYSDOH approved CBCT training for dental assistants
- Valid New York State Radiology Technology license or Dental Hygiene license
Responsibilities
- Take digital intra-oral and extra oral radiographic imaging
- Review radiographs within guidelines
- Process and route imaging related materials
- Greet, screen and direct patients
- Confirm patient is authorized for a radiographic examination
- Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students
- Assign patients to dental students, within guidelines
- Monitor collection of instruments; dispense supplies, disposable materials, instrument and equipment
- Maintain cleanliness of the work area and quality and safety standards
- Ensure proper recycling, disposal of infectious materials and adherence to infection control protocols and HIPAA compliance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
