Surgical Assistant

Mortenson Dental • Louisville, KY

7d

About The Position

Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education, quality, and treatment. Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed. Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control. Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing the patient. Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access; suctioning; and passing instruments. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• One year of Dental Clinical Experience
• X-Ray Certification
• CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

• Dental Assistant Certificate / EDDA Certificate / EFDA Certificate
• Associates Degree
• DANB (Indiana)
• OSHA Coronal Polishing
• 1-3 years experience
• Open Dental

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education, quality, and treatment.
• Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
• Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control.
• Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing the patient.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access; suctioning; and passing instruments.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED