Dental Assistant

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of dental office and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to effectively organize time and materials.
• Ability to effectively work with Dentists, colleagues, patients and the public.
• Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
• Ability and desire to work as a team member.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during the workday.
• Ability to travel without assistance and as needed.
• Skill in understanding of, and sensitivity to, persons of all cultural, social, educational and economic backgrounds.

Qualifications/Education Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. certificate; experience in a dental office practice or an equivalent setting; demonstrated ability to perform position duties; State of Mississippi radiograph permit.

Core Competencies

• Performs radiographs appropriately according to the State Board of Dental Examiners; develops radiographs.
• Sterilizes dental instruments adequately and follows proper infection control protocols.
• Sets up dental trays appropriately.
• Assists in preventative dentistry by promoting oral hygiene to patients.
• Accurately charts on the CFHC Dental Chart.
• Performs any reversible situation under the direct supervision of the Dentist.
• Assists the receptionist by making appointment and answering the phone; assists in calling patients to remind them of their scheduled appointments.
• Prophy teeth if required by the Dentist.
• Treats patients with respect and aids the patient concerning dental problems which do not require the skill and expertise of the Dentist.
• Accurately completes the health history on each new patient.
• Monitors the supply levels and prepares purchase requisitions as required.
• Maintains operative equipment in an efficient and effective manner.
• Maintains sterile processes and documentation logs as specified within CFHC policies and Joint Commission requirements.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Upholds, complies with, and enforces the Core Principles and Code of Conduct.