PRIMARY DUTIES:
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assists the dentists and hygienists in chair side procedures routinely done in a general dental practice
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responsible for preparation and setting up of instruments, materials, and equipment necessary for each procedure
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responsible for exposing and processing dental radiographs
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responsible for the sterilization of instruments, and the cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment and work areas
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schedules patients, does routine reception work
- accurately records information on patients records
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helps implement the processing of encounters and billing and bookkeeping procedures
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helps to identify related medical and/or social problems, fills out insurance forms
OTHER DUTIES:
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orders supplies and materials
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maintains inventory of supplies and materials as well as maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of inventory
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attend conferences and meetings of dental importance as needed
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other duties as assigned by supervisor
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- visual and auditory accuracy
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indoor setting
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shift length - 8 hours
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frequent use of computer
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extensive standing and walking
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frequent squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, climbing
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occasional sitting
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frequent telephone usage
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continuous conversational communication
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continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands
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occasionally working in confined, noisy areas
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occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
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occasionally pushing, pulling and positioning patients up to 200 lbs
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occasionally pushing, pulling and positioning (with assistance) patients over 200 lbs
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occasional exposure to electrical, chemical, gaseous and dusty conditions
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occasional exposure to patients with communicable diseases
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infrequent use of personal transportation
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understand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructions
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memorize and retain instructions
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read and interpret detailed specifications
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able to respond quickly and calmly in medical emergencies
REPORTS TO: Chief Dental Officer
EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of accredited certification dental assisting course preferred. Current Registered Dental Assistant Certificate as established by the State of Texas, current CPR certification.
Skills: Teaching and communication skills, Strong customer service skills, English/Spanish fluency preferred