Dental Assistant

TITLE: Dental Assistant DEPARTMENT: Health CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Assisting the dentist and/or hygienist during a variety of treatment procedures including setting up instrument trays.

Taking and recording digital dental radiographs (x-rays). Assist in setting up office in the morning and closing down in the evening.

Collect and record treatment information in patient record.

Assist in development of infection control protocol.

Preparing, maintain, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.

Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.

Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling). Teaching patients' appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling). Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth). Pour, trim, and polish study casts (models of teeth). Work in team environment.

Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer.

Monitor and manage inventory of dental instruments, equipment, materials, and related supplies.

Sends x-rays, records and insurance information to outside providers via electronic media.

Assist with referrals to outside providers.

Assist dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be Registered Dental Assistant in state of Iowa.

Prefer active radiology qualification issued by the Iowa Dental Board (IDB) or be able to operate under supervision of dentist.

Must possess CPR certification.

Prefer one-year experience in dental office.

Must have experience with electronic dental records.

Prefer experience working with Native Americans.

Have good manual dexterity.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must adhere to confidentiality guidelines and policies.

SUPERVISION: Supervised by Dentist SALARY RANGE: $45,572.80 – $61,380.80

Full Time