Job Summary
The Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in assisting dentists during patient procedures and ensuring smooth operations within the dental clinic.
Duties
- Assist dentists during examinations and treatment procedures
- Prepare and sterilize instruments for dental procedures
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Perform dental receptionist duties when needed
- Support prosthodontics procedures
Skills
- Proficiency in Open Dental
- Experience with four-handed dentistry techniques
- Knowledge of medical records management in a dental clinic setting
- Familiarity with medical imaging for dental procedures
- Ability to assist with prosthodontics procedures
- Understanding of medical coding practices