Dental Assistant Job in Maryland - ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers
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PROSTHODONTIST DENTAL ASSISTANT
We are seeking an EXCEPTIONAL individual to join the team. Are you the BEST of the BEST? We are seeking a dental assistant with a minimum of 2 years experience and with prosthodontist background. We are a growing implant company, offering competitive compensation.
Dental Assistant Job Summary:
The prosthodontist dental assistant works under a dentist’s supervision to prepare equipment that will be used in dentistry procedures, to ready patients for these procedures, and to help the dentist during these procedures by passing instruments, holding the suction catheter in place, and generally anticipating the dentist’s needs. Some Other responsibilities may include sophisticated functions such as removing sutures, processing x-rays and taking the oral impressions that are used to fit crowns.Dental Assistant Job Responsibilities:
- Work under the direct supervision of the Prosthodontist
- Perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including but not limited to providing chair-side assistance while dentists examine and treat patients.
- Ensure patients are as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain their dental records.
- Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
- Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x rays, and process x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
- Handle other radiological equipment and assist patients with these procedures as directed by a dentist.
- Perform office duties as needed including: scheduling and confirming appointments, receiving patients, keeping treatment records, sending bills, receiving payments, and ordering dental supplies and materials.
- Assist in specialty areas such as oral surgery, periodontics (treatment of gum disease) and prosthodontics (replacement of missing teeth) including dental implantology.
- Support and assist the hygienist as needed, including but not limited to cleaning trays, room setups and cleanups.
- Help track the inventory of the prosthetic supplies and keep the storage closet organized.
- Support the radiographic needs of the Patient Education Consultants, Oral Surgeon, & Hygienists.
Dental assistants work in a well-lighted, clean environment. Work area is usually near the dental chair to allow for arranging instruments, materials, and medication and handing them to the dentist when needed. Dental assistants must wear gloves, masks, eyewear, and protective clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases. Follow safety procedures to minimize the risks associated with the use of x-ray machines.
Dental Assistant Job Experience:
Active RDA License is strongly preferred At least 2 years of Dental Assistant experience required Dental implant experience, desired Must be reliable, work well with others in a fast paced environment, and have good manual dexterity. Must have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Dental Assistant Job Overview
Location: Columbia, MDDepartment: Columbia Center
Type: Full Time
Experience: Mid Level
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