Dental Assistant - Daniel H. Ward DDS - Columbus, OH

Basic Function
Responsible for assisting the Doctor with dental functions as well as the preparation/clean up of treatment areas.
Responsibilities
1. Seat, prepare and dismiss patients as well as provide oral or written pre-operative and post-operative treatment instructions.
2. Perform preparatory procedures such as taking digital xrays.
3. Assist Doctor at chairside with a variety of procedures, and maintain Doctor's work schedule and patient flow smooth between operatories.
4. Take impressions accurately and according to training.
5. Prepare work areas to include stocking, setting up, breaking down and cleaning as needed.
6. Apply knowledge and ability regarding tray/instrument/ equipment set-up, break down, management and sterilization procedures.
7. Perform handpiece sterilization and management.
8. Maintain the sterilization area to include cleaning instruments and restocking trays.
9. Set up treatment areas for appointments to include paper products, disposable and designated instruments/materials as needed for procedures.
10. Maintain general dental office equipment to include the suction system, X-ray processor and all sterilization equipment.
11. Remain aware of stock to be ordered through periodic inventories, and communicate effectively with co-workers to place orders.
12. Manage new patient charts and updates.
13. Perform duties to include resetting and treating tofflemire bands, refilling cotton roll holders, refilling equilibration papers and other such activities.
14. Track all incoming and outgoing laboratory cases.
Education/Training
Degree: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
Prior Dental Assistant training/experience required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Free parking
Paid time off
Paid training
Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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