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Company: Pacific Dental Services Email your resume (Click Here) Use one of the above methods to apply for this job.

Job ID:
Date:05/01/2008
Location:Tucson
State:Arizona
Degree:Unspecified
Salary:Not Specified Why?

Job Types:: Dental Assisting, General Assistant

Job Description

PDS

We are looking for a highly motivated Dental Assistant to join our winning team!

JOB SUMMARY:
Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Dental assistants prepare patients for oral examination and assist other dental professionals in providing treatment to the teeth, mouth, and gums.

Dental assistants must work effectively with co-workers, customers, and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Dental Assistant

Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
DAs Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
Obtain dental history and/or records from patient.
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory.
Complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate.
Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Dental Assistants record patient charting and all doctor notes on treatment record. Ensure the doctor signs treatment record, consents, and health history.
Clean each operatory in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.
Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policy.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION:
REQUIRED: Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
DESIRABLE: Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS: �� As mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc).

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