Registered Dental Assistant I (El Dorado/Southwest Arkansas region)
About The Position
Southwest Arkansas/El Dorado region - work schedule Monday-Thursday 7am - 5:30pm - Need to obtain CDL (Commercial Drivers License) after hire as duties will include driving mobile dental clinic van Registered Dental Assistant I assists the dentist in the treatment and care of dental patients and assists in educating patients in oral hygiene. Performs a variety of patient care, and laboratory duties, and works chairside as dentists examine and treat patients. Additional Information: Southwest Arkansas/El Dorado region Work schedule: Monday-Thursday 7am - 5:30pm A need to obtain CDL (Commercial Driver's License) after hire, as duties will include driving mobile dental clinic van
Requirements
- Certificate from college program or technical school approved by the AR State Board of Dental Examiners
- Entry Level - Experience not Required.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners
Nice To Haves
- Clinics - Related_1 year Pediatric experience
- Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) - Dental Assistant National Board, Inc
Responsibilities
- Makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, and obtains their dental records.
- Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
- Assists Dentist in the operating room as directed.
- Disinfects instruments and equipment, prepares trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
- Prepares materials for impressions and restorations, takes dental x-rays, and processes x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
- Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Handles instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection and re-circulation. Performs dental room/chair disinfection.
- Reviews consent and medical history prior to treatment.
- Reviews and maintains dental records documenting assessments and care provided.
- Assists in patient/family education through written and oral explanation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
