Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Assist the dentist during all phases of treatment, including restorative, surgical, endodontic, and periodontal procedures.

Perform delegated intraoral tasks such as impressions, suture removal, rubber dam placement, and perio pack handling.

Monitor patient vital signs and observes for distress, fainting, or shock throughout treatment.

Operate dental X ray equipment, positions patients, retrieves digital images, and maintains radiographic quality and safety.

Prepare, cleans, and organizes treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before and after procedures.

Follow strict infection control protocols, including sterilization, PPE use, dental line flushing, and equipment disinfection.

Schedule patients, records medical histories, charts treatment information, and maintains HIPAA compliant documentation.

Maintain dental equipment, ensures adequate supply levels, and performs minor repairs or adjustments.

Mentor new assistants and students by demonstrating clinical, radiographic, and operatory procedures.