Job Summary:

Job Duties:

• Assist the dentist in all dental procedures: Prepare patients for treatment, hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed
• Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Obtain dental history and/or records from patient and ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients; Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care; Record patient charting and all doctor notes as directed by the doctor
• Greet patients in person and via phone; check in patients for their appointments; assist with scheduling and treatment coordination
• Process co-pays and answer general practice or insurance questions
• Call patients to fill schedule vacancies

Knowledge/Skills/Attributes:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends as scheduled to meet the needs of the practice. Some overtime may be necessary and is a requirement of the position.
• Understands and is comfortable using medical and dental terminology.
• Demonstrates knowledge of dental health education subjects and demonstrates sound judgment.