Lead Dental Assistant

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Under the supervision of a Dentist the Lead Dental Assistant supports the dentist in the provision of highquality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants. The lead is also responsible for: training and management of new clinical staff infection control inventory and supply management dental equipment management maintaining logbooks and coordination with the dental lab. The lead is also responsible for ensuring quality standards for regulatory agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares and maintains dental instruments supplies and equipment;
Prepares the operatory for the patient visit
Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed
Collects and records patient health histories
Drapes patient with protective linens; sets up instrument tray with required supplies
Prepares dental materials cements amalgams composites impression materials etc.
Takes radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following radiation safety precautions
Assists with dental charting
Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies
Manages the patient during dental procedures
Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for fourhanded dentistry
Place and contour amalgam and other restorative materials
perform coronal polishing
perform fluoride treatments including fluoride varnish
Takes impressions for study casts athletic mouth guards and custom tray.
Performs laboratory procedures including the pouring and trimming of models; polishing dental prosthetics and making vac upress forms
At the conclusion of the procedure follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient
Help manage the dental offices infection control plan to meet all regulatory requirements
Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility
Performs monitors and records all sterilization activities
Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; maintains and properly sterilizes instruments
Routinely cleans disinfects and restocks operatories
Helps manage patient flow
Maintains the inventory of supplies and reorders as necessary
Track and verify invoices
Performs duties within the dental program as assigned
Translate dental treatment after care and answer questions in English and Spanish from doctor to patient
Training and management of new clinical staff
Dental equipment management
Ensures quality standards for regulatory agencies
Maintains log books

SKILLS:

Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines
Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet regulatory requirements
Maintains and expands current level of dental assistant skill and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs
Ability to effectively communicate translate read and write in Spanish.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 2 years as a dental assistant. Experience in a community health environment serving uninsured or underinsured patients is preferred.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED
CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
National DANB Radiation and Safety exam Certificate of Completion
Certification in Dental Assisting

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling averageweight objects up to 1520 pounds assisting with patients and standing and/or walking for most the day
Will work with blood or bloodborne pathogens and will require OSHA training
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment
SALARY: Based on education and experience.