What are the responsibilities and job description for the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant position at New Hope-Solebury Dental Assc.?
Performing duties that include patient chair and administrative work. Prepare the operating rooms before procedures. After reviewing patient records, help our patients feel comfortable and responsible for taking and developing x-rays. Assist dentist with multiple procedures. Patient interaction may include reviewing dental history, addressing concerns, suggesting treatments, and recommending to patients the importance of follow-up appointments. After an appointment, the EFDA is responsible for restocking supplies, cleaning up and sanitizing the room, and preparing it for the next patient. It is important for expanded functions dental assistants to be familiar with and comply with OSHA, CDC, and HIPPA regulations.
Job Responsibilities
- Placing and removing matrices and wedges
- Applying bases and liners
- Placing temp filings
- Placing and finishing composite resin restorations
- Taking alginate impressions / Pouring up study models
- Fabricating temp crowns/bridges
- Adjusting dentures and other appliances
- Setup/breakdown of dental operatories using OSHA guidelines
- Sterilizing instruments
- Taking radiographs
- Post and core and buildups
- Organizing and maintaining lab cases
- General knowledge of Dentrix (making appointments, adding treatment plans, and charting)
- Maintaining and ordering office supplies and materials
Job Requirements
- Familiar with all phases of dentistry
- Must have at least 2 years of experience
- Must have a state issued EFDA license
- Must have a state issued radiology license
- Understand HIPPA compliance and OSHA guidelines
Salary : $33 - $35