Dental Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the doctor in procedures
• Takes x-rays
• Takes IO's
• Aid in prophylaxis cleaning of teeth
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene
• Charts cavities and teeth with doctor
• Sterilizes instruments
• Sets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene
• Charting of patient's treatment and treatment plan with doctor

Education and/or Experience

• Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred

Required Certifications or Licenses

• AZ X-Ray certification
• Current BLS certification
• AZ Coronal Polish certification

Preferred Certifications

• AZ Sealant certification