London Women's Care is dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive healthcare for every member of your family. From newborns to seniors, our skilled providers offer a wide range of specialties, including Primary Care, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Dentistry, and Behavioral Health.
Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, the Dental Assistant will work with the dentist in providing dental treatment for patients.
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Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
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Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory for the patient visit.
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Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; collects and records patient health histories.
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Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments, suction, gauze and other required supplies.
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Prepares dental materials—cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.
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Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following proper radiation safety precautions.
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Assists with dental charting as appropriate.
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Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies.
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Manages the patient during dental procedures.
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Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist’s needs.
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Takes impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards and custom tray. Performs laboratory procedures neatly and efficiently. Pours models with no bubbles, properly trim models, polish dental prostheses, make vac-u-press forms.
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At the conclusion of the procedure, assists patient, clears work site of instruments and other materials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient.
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Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility.
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Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow.
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Maintains and inventories dental supplies and lets manager know to reorders as necessary; tracks and verifies invoices if assigned by manager.
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Cleans and sterilizes all instruments; helps to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
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Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.
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Other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities for Certified Dental Assistants:
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Polish the patient’s teeth to remove stains and soft deposits with Coronial Polishing Certification.
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Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.
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Apply pit and fissure sealants.
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Remove surgical sutures.
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Pre-select orthodontic bands.
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Place and remove orthodontic bands.
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Adapt temporary crowns.
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Place topical medications.
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Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.
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Demonstrate and embody the Women’s Care mission and core values.
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Compliance with all HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
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Other duties as assigned.
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High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Prefer a minimum of 1 year of dental assistant experience OR certification in Dental Assisting.
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CPR certification
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X-ray certification preferred.
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Strong customer service skills and ability to put patients at ease.
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Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
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Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
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Maintain and expand current level of dental assistant skills and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs.
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Place a high value on personal and departmental performance excellence.
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Able to professionally handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.
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Ability to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.
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Able to accept constructive criticism and instruction while maintaining a positive attitude towards managers, programs and job responsibilities.
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Acts as a role model – willing to accept or volunteer on projects as opportunity arises.
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Must be dependable, reliable, and punctual.
