Lead Dental Assistant
About The Position
Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students. Instruct dental students and dental assistant students in techniques and utilization of four-handed dentistry and infection control. Perform tests; assist with preparing dental castings, dispensing medications and instructions, and performing minor dental and surgical procedures; ensure safe use, disposal, and storage of chemicals or hazardous materials. Maintain patient files and charts. Serve as clinic receptionist and clinic cashier. May assist with training and reviewing work of student and/or casual employees.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of a Dental Assistant Training Program and 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
- Knowledge of four-handed chairside dental techniques and dental lab equipment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
- Certification as a Dental Assistant.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of a foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Korean, Chinese).
Responsibilities
- Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dental students.
- Instruct dental students and dental assistant students in techniques and utilization of four-handed dentistry and infection control.
- Perform tests.
- Assist with preparing dental castings, dispensing medications and instructions, and performing minor dental and surgical procedures.
- Ensure safe use, disposal, and storage of chemicals or hazardous materials.
- Maintain patient files and charts.
- Serve as clinic receptionist and clinic cashier.
- May assist with training and reviewing work of student and/or casual employees.
Benefits
- This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
