Dental Assistant

# Dental Assistant Mc Alester  Dentistry & Braces - McAlester, OK 74501## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education  Level Technical School

Travel Percentage None Category Health  Care## Description Job Purpose The Chairside Dental Assistant supports the team by contributing to the day to day operations of the clinic and ensuring a positive experience for patients and staff. This role requires professionalism, dependability and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Duties and Responsibilities
* Sit chairside to relax the patient and hand the dentist proper equipment during appointments
* Sterilize instruments, prepare dental materials and cements, process and mount radiographs and pour and trim cast molds
* Responsible for any duties delegated by the Dentist and/or Lead Dental Assistant. This includes any duty for which the dental assistant has received adequate office-based training by the Dentist and/or Lead Dental Assistant to ensure that the dental assistant is properly aware of all requirements and responsibilities of each duty to be performed including taking X-rays once certified
* Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
* Preventing the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment
* Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
* Providing patients with instructions for oral care following treatment
* Teaching patient’s 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)
* Create, send and track lab cases
* Monitor, order and maintain budget for dental supplies
* Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
* Assisting in updating and maintaining client dental records / charts
* Maintaining equipment and coordinating any necessary repairs
* Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse as needed
* Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed
* Maintaining OSHA and HIPAA compliance
* Displays the Enhance core values of Continuous Improvement, Selfless Team-First Attitude, Embrace Change, Conquer the Mountain Mentality and Take Initiative
* Other duties as assigned## Qualifications Qualifications Education :
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses/Certifications:

Current dental assistant license, registration, or permit as required by applicable state regulations. Current CPR certification required. Radiography/X-ray certification required if applicable to job duties and state regulations.

Expanded Functions Preferred:
Radiation, Coronal Polishing / Topical Fluoride, Sealants, Nitrous Oxide, Parenteral / Pediatric Anesthesia, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. Must meet all state-specific requirements necessary.

Experience:

Previous experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

Working Conditions Dental practices run at a fast pace and dental assistants will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients.

Physical Requirements Dental Assistants will be required to:
* Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
* Repeat the same movements.
* Bend or twist their body.
* Sit for long periods of time.
* Stand for long periods of time.
* Lifting up to 50 pounds