Requirements

• Communication with patient and staff
• Speech recognition
• Near vision
• Finger dexterity
• Manual dexterity
• Oral/written comprehension
• Time management
• Instructing/training others
• Equipment selection and maintenance
• Actively looking for ways to help people
• Translating or explaining dental procedures/terminology information on what it means and how it can be benefitted
• Keeping up to date on technically and applying new knowledge to your job
• Handling and moving objects
• Inspecting equipment
• Using computers
• Be professional
• Be aware and able to multitask

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist dentist during dental procedures.
• Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
• Obtain dental records
• Take and develop x-rays
• Record treatment information in patient chart
• Take/ record medical/dental histories and vital signs of patient
• Provide preoperative instructions prescribed by dentists
• Assist in management of medical and dental emergencies
• Take/pour/trim/polish impressions
• Instruct patients on oral hygiene
• Assist in adjusting crowns/partials/dentures
• Pack/unpack lab cases that come into the office
• Order supplies
• Make temporary crowns
• Keep dentist on schedule
• Light housekeeping

Education

• High School Diploma