What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endodontic Assistant position at Dental Specialty Center?
Description:
Responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical treatment of patients, ordering supplies and helping in the clinical area and sterile tech support.
Prepare operatory for patient care by selecting and setting up instruments, materials, and equipment. Your responsibilities may include scheduling patient appointments, performing x-rays, and assisting before, during, and after a root canal. During these procedures, you may clean the patient’s mouth, pass tools to the dentist, or monitor the patient’s well being and comfort. Prepare patients for treatment by taking and recording medical histories, vital signs, and dental charting
Taking dental impressions of a patient’s teeth using a tray or other device that holds the material that will be used to make a mold of the teeth Assist the dentist during procedures by passing instruments, suctioning, mixing materials, and making impressions
Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos
Helping the dentist locate, extract, and disinfect all traces of infection from within the tooth, including drilling the tooth to remove infected tissue or placing medication inside the canal during treatment
Explaining the procedure to the patient, providing physical support during the process, and monitoring the patient’s comfort level during treatment
Preparing the patient’s teeth for permanent fillings by removing soft tissue from the teeth and shaping the tooth to prepare it for a filling material such as composite resin or gold alloy
Sterilize instruments and equipment following infection control guidelines
Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, and post-operative care
Remove sutures and review post-operative instructions with patients
Keep a clean and organized work area
Adhere to all OSHA and CDC guidelines
Comply with state regulations regarding infection control and sterilization
Maintain current CPR certification
Requirements:
2 Years experience assisting in dental surgical procedures and treatment
Associate’s degree in Dental Assisting
2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant
Familiarity with dental software programs
Endodontic experience preferred
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills that contribute to the team spirit and put patients at ease
Ability to work in tight quarters with excellent manual dexterity working with precise instruments
Listening skills to follow instruction accurately in treating patients
Keep abreast of and follow OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control procedures
Knowledge in Open Dental a plus
Communication skills: As an assistant, you’ll likely be communicating with patients, other assistants and dentists. It’s important to be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all of these individuals. This includes being able to explain procedures, answer questions and relay information.
Attention to detail: The ability to pay attention to detail is an important skill for an endodontic assistant. This is because they often work with small tools and instruments that are easy to misplace or damage. They also work with dental records and other important documents that they need to handle with care.
Organization: The ability to stay organized is important for an endodontic assistant. This is because they often have many tasks to complete in a short period of time. Being able to prioritize tasks and keep track of files and records is important for an endodontic assistant.
Time management: The ability to manage time is crucial for an endodontic assistant. You may be working with a dentist who has a full schedule of patients and needs to see each one in a timely manner. You may also be working with a dentist who has a set treatment plan for each patient and needs to ensure that the treatment plan is completed in a timely manner.
Teamwork: Working in a team can help you learn from others and share ideas. You can use teamwork to help you learn about the different procedures and treatments that endodontists use.
Responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical treatment of patients, ordering supplies and helping in the clinical area and sterile tech support.
Prepare operatory for patient care by selecting and setting up instruments, materials, and equipment. Your responsibilities may include scheduling patient appointments, performing x-rays, and assisting before, during, and after a root canal. During these procedures, you may clean the patient’s mouth, pass tools to the dentist, or monitor the patient’s well being and comfort. Prepare patients for treatment by taking and recording medical histories, vital signs, and dental charting
Taking dental impressions of a patient’s teeth using a tray or other device that holds the material that will be used to make a mold of the teeth Assist the dentist during procedures by passing instruments, suctioning, mixing materials, and making impressions
Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos
Helping the dentist locate, extract, and disinfect all traces of infection from within the tooth, including drilling the tooth to remove infected tissue or placing medication inside the canal during treatment
Explaining the procedure to the patient, providing physical support during the process, and monitoring the patient’s comfort level during treatment
Preparing the patient’s teeth for permanent fillings by removing soft tissue from the teeth and shaping the tooth to prepare it for a filling material such as composite resin or gold alloy
Sterilize instruments and equipment following infection control guidelines
Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, and post-operative care
Remove sutures and review post-operative instructions with patients
Keep a clean and organized work area
Adhere to all OSHA and CDC guidelines
Comply with state regulations regarding infection control and sterilization
Maintain current CPR certification
Requirements:
2 Years experience assisting in dental surgical procedures and treatment
Associate’s degree in Dental Assisting
2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant
Familiarity with dental software programs
Endodontic experience preferred
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills that contribute to the team spirit and put patients at ease
Ability to work in tight quarters with excellent manual dexterity working with precise instruments
Listening skills to follow instruction accurately in treating patients
Keep abreast of and follow OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control procedures
Knowledge in Open Dental a plus
Communication skills: As an assistant, you’ll likely be communicating with patients, other assistants and dentists. It’s important to be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all of these individuals. This includes being able to explain procedures, answer questions and relay information.
Attention to detail: The ability to pay attention to detail is an important skill for an endodontic assistant. This is because they often work with small tools and instruments that are easy to misplace or damage. They also work with dental records and other important documents that they need to handle with care.
Organization: The ability to stay organized is important for an endodontic assistant. This is because they often have many tasks to complete in a short period of time. Being able to prioritize tasks and keep track of files and records is important for an endodontic assistant.
Time management: The ability to manage time is crucial for an endodontic assistant. You may be working with a dentist who has a full schedule of patients and needs to see each one in a timely manner. You may also be working with a dentist who has a set treatment plan for each patient and needs to ensure that the treatment plan is completed in a timely manner.
Teamwork: Working in a team can help you learn from others and share ideas. You can use teamwork to help you learn about the different procedures and treatments that endodontists use.
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