Dental Assistant III - Lincoln Job Lincoln area,Illinois USA,Dental / Dentistry

Position: Dental Assistant III - Lincoln (0198)

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Description

The Dental Assistant III works as an integral member of a comprehensive dental care team consisting of dentists, dental hygienists, dental students, instructors/faculty/residents, and front desk office staff to provide efficient, effective, and patient-centered dental care services.

Employees at this level provide advanced dental assisting support to dental students, dentists, instructors, faculty, and residents in the delivery of dental services. The Dental Assistant III is expected to anticipate the needs of the dental provider and independently perform advanced dental assisting procedures within the scope of the position. Responsibilities include assisting with specialized laboratory procedures, hospital and laboratory cases, radiographic procedures, patient education, infection control, clinical equipment and supply management, and supervision and training of dental assisting personnel and students.

The Dental Assistant III may also instruct dental assistant students and/or dental students in the techniques, theory, and practice of dental assisting and evaluate their performance while assigned to the clinic.

* This position is ON SITE only*

Examples of Duties

Patient Care - 90%

Works as an integral member of the dental care team, collaborating with dentists, dental hygienists, dental students, instructors/faculty/residents, and front office personnel to support efficient patient care and clinic operations.

Provides advanced chairside dental assisting during examinations and dental procedures, anticipating the needs of the dentist, dental student, instructor, faculty member, or resident.

Handles, prepares, and transfers dental instruments and other materials to the dentist or dental provider during procedures.

Assists during dental procedures by transferring instruments, manipulating dental materials, retracting tissues, evacuating the oral cavity, maintaining a clear and dry field, and assisting with sedation procedures as appropriate.

Independently performs coronal polishing and pit and fissure sealant procedures within applicable scope of practice and established clinical guidelines.

Applies fluoride varnish and topical anesthetic as appropriate and according to established clinical procedures.

Takes dental radiographs, including digital, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), and film-based radiographs, using appropriate techniques and radiation protection procedures.

Demonstrates expertise in dental radiographic techniques and provides training to lower-level staff on radiographic procedures under the direction of a dentist or dental X-ray technician.

Uses suction, swabs, retractors, and other appropriate techniques to maintain a clean, clear, and dry oral cavity during dental procedures.

Organizes, prepares, and arranges dental instruments, materials, and equipment needed for examinations and procedures.

Sterilizes dental instruments and equipment between each patient and at the end of the day in accordance with infection prevention, OSHA, and applicable clinical standards.

Evaluates and maintains a high level of asepsis in the dental operatory before receiving patients, during treatment, and following patient dismissal in accordance with OSHA guidelines and established infection control procedures.

Follows OSHA requirements, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention standards, radiation safety procedures, and applicable SIU School of Medicine and clinic policies.

Obtains and maintains dental records, updates medical histories, and documents accurate and complete patient information in accordance with established procedures.

Communicates directly with patients as guided by the dental student, dentist, instructor, faculty member, or resident.

Provides and/or reinforces patient education regarding oral hygiene, post-operative care, maintenance, prostheses, and other dental care instructions as directed by the provider.

Oversees and assists with pre-operative and post-operative patient education, including oral hygiene, maintenance, and prosthesis care.

Advises and educates patients regarding appropriate dental care and reinforces instructions provided by the dental provider.

Assists the dental hygienist with patient care and clinical procedures as needed.

Takes dental impressions, pours dental models, and performs related laboratory procedures.

Completes laboratory slips, prepares…