About this opportunity
Southeast Community Health Systems lists this Dental Assistant opportunity in zachary, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Dental Assistant IIIThe Dental Assistant III renders dental care to patients in a community health center setting. Tasks include assisting the dentist during examinations and treatment, cleanings, sterilizing, arranging instruments, and assisting dentist with x-rays. Works under supervision of the dentist and performs routine tasks according to standards, procedures and instructions. Also performs routine administrative and clerical tasks independently.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Completes initial assessment of patient according to policy and procedure and documents appropriately.Follows plan of care for each patient, including referrals.Receives dentist orders, records and assures completion.Assists dentist with exams and procedures and in use of highly specialized dental equipment.Mixes and prepares solutions and materials for fillings, washes and sterilizes instruments and clean work area following treatment.Charts information dictated by the dentist on the chart.Perform routine dental laboratory work.Orders dental and office suppliesCoordinates and prioritizes patient activities and maintain relationships with referral facilities.Assists in keeping dental department productive and in compliance with all rules and regulations.Assist department in keeping productive and in compliance with all rules.REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma or GED CertificateCompletion of accredited program in dental assistingEDDA Certification preferredSkills:Basic computer knowledge.
Worksite address
zachary, LA, 70791, US
Who can apply
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