The primary role of the Dental Assistant (DA) is to assist the Dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
– Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
– Actively participate in attempting to keep your patients focused on the best possible treatment with urgency.
– Provide a relaxed atmosphere for patients that are nervous / anxious about their dental experience.
– Attend to the patient’s individual concerns and expectations.
– Promote the good qualities of your Dentist.
– Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors – thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
– At the direction of the Dentist, obtain dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips).
– At the direction of the Dentist, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate.
– Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
– Present instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
– At the direction of the Dentist, instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
– At the direction of the Dentist, record patient charting and all doctor notes on treatment record.
– Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to the Treatment Coordinator.

– Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.
– Maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed.
– Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policy.
– Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA,ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).
– Participate in meetings as required.
-Perform other duties as assigned by Management.