Registered Dental Assistant II bei Archildrens

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC015060 Dental Clinic

Summary:

Dental Clinic - 2 yrs RDA exp required - Full-time (40 hours/wk), 4 days a week, variable days - 7:30a-6p (hours could start earlier, if scheduled for OR)



Registered Dental Assistant II assists the dentist in the treatment and care of dental patients and assists in educating patients in oral hygiene. Performs a variety of Intermediate level patient care, and laboratory duties, and works chairside as dentists examine and treat patients.

Additional Information:

• Dental Clinic

• 2 yrs RDA exp required

• Full-time (40 hours/wk)

• 4 days a week, variable days - 7:30a-6p (hours could start earlier, if scheduled for OR)        

Required Education:

Certificate from college program or technical school approved by the AR State Board of Dental Examiners

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Related Field - 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Clinics - Related_1 year Pediatric experience

Required Certifications:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners

Recommended Certifications:

Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) - Dental Assistant National Board, Inc, Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) - Dental Assistant National Board, Inc

Description

1. Makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, and obtains their dental records.

2. Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.

3. Assists Dentist in the operating room as directed.

4. Disinfects instruments and equipment, prepares trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care.

5. Prepares materials for impressions and restorations, takes dental x-rays, and processes x-ray film as directed by a dentist.

6. Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

7. Handles instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection and re-circulation. Performs dental room/chair disinfection.

8. Reviews consent and medical history prior to treatment.

9. Reviews and maintains dental records documenting assessments and care provided. Performs audits as assigned.

10. Assists in patient/family education through written and oral explanation. Performs oral hygiene within scope of practice.

11. Cross trained to 2 other specialties within the department.

12. Knowledgeable of all policies.

13. Performs other duties as assigned.

  

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