OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64858388

This is a dental support position based in a multi-faceted dental care program.

Work is performed under the supervision of full-time Dentist however, direct responsibility is to any chairside dentist in the provision of patient care, and this employee shall follow instructions by the dentists to assure high quality dental care.

During the absence of the Dentist, the person in this position is required to work the desk area, as well as chairside, when necessary to maintain facility operations.

• Communicate (by phone or in person) in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
• Sets up dental instruments and ensures that all equipment is in proper working condition.
• Cleans and disinfects operatory before each patient is seated; sterilizes and disinfects all instrument between patients, or as appropriate.
• Assists Dentist In The Chairside Care Of Dental Patients
• Aspiration of oral cavity
• Adjustment of equipment and light source
• Spraying of air and water in the oral cavity
• Mixing dental materials and cements
• Handing and receiving dental instruments
• Performs all expanded duties permitted by State Law
• Completes all required patient charting accurately
• Maintains patient dental records according to department policy, reviews medical charts, demonstrates job knowledge of dental procedures and is familiar with names and uses of instruments.
• Maintains current knowledge of techniques and procedures.
• Maintains appropriate inventory as directed by the Dentist.
• Maintains required paperwork, including reviewing encounter forms for completeness; submits clinic reports on time to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Utilizes skills in tooth polishing, topical fluoride application, and oral hygiene instructions in accordance with department policy and State Law for all new and recall patients.
• Seats and drapes patients, exposes and develops dental radiographs when State certified, sets up dental instruments, and ensures that all equipment is in proper working condition.
• Uses intraoral camera to assess and diagnose oral health problems in a more efficient manner.
• Helps patients sign in, administer pre-appointment questionnaires and assists patient with referrals follow up.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience using dental software.
• Ability to interact professionally with other DOH staff and the public and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to accurately document patient records

Qualifications

• Minimum - Valid FL Dental Assistant Certification
• PREFERRED - Bi-lingual