Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Company: Family Dental Associates
Location: Rutland
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Job Description Family Dental Associates is proud that our focus on patients has driven a positive patient experience, best-in-class employee and dentist retention and satisfaction, as well as substantial growth in our practices.--- This is an opportunity for you to thrive in an efficient office environment with an outstanding dental team that is well-trained and highly motivated.--- We encourage you to apply today if you enjoy working in a clinically focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office.--- We are looking for a knowledgeable,---dedicated Expanded Functions Dental---Assistant---(EFDA) to join our team.---The EFDA ensures that quality patient care is a priority. Dental Assistants are an essential part of the team that helps the dentist to set up equipment, educate and prepare patients for treatment, aid the dentist in the safe and efficient execution of procedures, and record and document procedures as directed by the---Practice Leader.--- Schedule: Mon-Wed 8am-5pm, Thurs 8am-4pm & Fri 9am-3pm Expanded Functions Dental---Assistant---(EFDA) Duties/Responsibilities--- Greet and prepare patients for treatment promptly, pleasantly, and professionally. Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures. Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists. Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations. Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents. Set up and break down rooms according to infection control protocols between patients. Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers. Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist.--- Expanded Functions Dental---Assistant---(EFDA) Required Skills/Abilities--- Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures. Work with and maintain all dental equipment. Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment. Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction professionally. Present to work during scheduled shifts (see office manual for specifics). Expanded Functions Dental---Assistant---(EFDA) Education and Experience--- At least one year of dental assisting experience. Current CPR certification. Other State License/Certification Requirements based on the state you are---employed in. Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certification preferred. Expanded Functions Dental---Assistant---(EFDA) Physical Requirements--- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a---computer. Prolonged periods of standing and---bending. Must be able to lift

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