Dental Assistant

Purpose of position

Assists the dentist/orthodontist/oral surgeon in providing dental services to patients in clinic and in the operating room. Coordinates appointment/operating room scheduling. Maintains an orderly and safe physical environment. Manage incoming patient calls to determine urgency and need to consult with the dentists/orthodontist/oral surgeon.

Core Responsibilities And Duties

• Coordinate and assists in the provision of dental care, orthodontia, and oral surgery to patients and their families in the clinic and in the operating room.
• Aid in patient care in duties such as cleaning, polishing, application or sealants and fluorides or as delegated by dentist.
• Complete x-rays.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of dental and orthodontic software Eagle Soft and IMS.
• Show strong time management skills.
• Have experience or willingness to learn skills in Same Day Surgery and can follow OR procedures.
• Perform basic set up and sterilization processes.
• Maintain effective working relationships which optimize patient care.
• Maintain an orderly, safe environment including cleaning and storing of equipment, maintaining supplies.
• Perform duties according to hospital and department policies and practices.
• Triage incoming phone calls to determine urgency.

Qualifications Required

• Completion of Dental Assistant program.
• Licensed as a Dental Assistant in Minnesota within 6 months of hire.
• CPR (BLS through the American Heart Association) required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work with children and adults with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients/families and staff.
• Demonstrated organizational, time-management and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply safe & effective body mechanics and patient transfer skills.
• Accurate and effective typing/computer skills.