Assistant I

BASIC FUNCTION :

Under the clinical direction of a licensed Dentist, the incumbent assists dentists and other dental healthcare providers during the examination and treatment of patients and performs other supportive functions. Work involves exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and flying debris, therefore personal protective equipment appropriate to the task required by Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) will be worn at all times.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Performs routine chairside assisting, and accurately records diagnostic information and treatment.
• Responsible for day to day maintenance of all clinic areas, including cleanliness of clinic areas.
• Provides diagnostic aid including exposing radiographs, recording medical and dental histories.
• Educates patients regarding treatment and home care.
• Performs all routine dental equipment maintenance and monitoring for quality assurance.
• Monitors inventory, orders supplies and maintains adequate levels of supplies.
• Prepares and maintains dental operatory according to department's policy and procedures.
• Assists in dental laboratory with, but not limited to; model duplication, appliance fabrication, etc.
• Performs basic office procedures including answering telephones, scheduling patients.
• Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
• Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation Health System, and Seneca Nation.
• Promotes cooperative staff efforts to provide high quality service to patients, and co-workers.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages as described in the department's policies and procedures.

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