Arkansas Dental Centers
Location
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
The Dental Assistant supports dentists by preparing treatment rooms, assisting during examinations and procedures, and maintaining clinical equipment. They are also responsible for patient care, including taking X-rays, providing postoperative instructions, and ensuring a safe, clean environment.
Candidates must hold an RDA or CDA certification in the state of practice and possess a current CPR certification. The role requires strong communication skills, emotional maturity, and the ability to adhere to strict safety, infection control, and confidentiality regulations.
Communicates with the patients and parents effectively. Prepares all treatment rooms in advance for each patient. Changes all chemical solutions, i.e., disinfectant soaks and sprays, sterilants, ultrasonic, pre-soak. Handles hazardous chemicals in a safe manner. Restocks all treatment rooms and other clinical support areas. Seats patients in designated treatment rooms in a timely fashion. Reviews medical history, progress from the previous visit, if applicable, and the scheduled treatment plan with each patient. Informs the doctor when patient is ready. Takes x-rays. Assists the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra-oral fluids and mixing materials. Pour, trims and polishes impression casts. Applies protective coating of fluoride to teeth. Records treatment rendered in the patient's chart and charges out all procedures. Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist. Escorts patient to the business area for follow-up and re-scheduling or will complete chairside Decontaminates all treatment rooms after each appointment. Sterilizes instruments and equipment after each patient appointment. Maintains cleanliness of treatment rooms, dark room, lab and sterilizing area. Ensures proper clinical supply levels. Supports the vision and values Is emotionally and mentally mature. Treats patients, visitors and co-workers with respect and courtesy. Participates in teamwork. Communicates in a courteous and professional manner. Adheres to dress code standards, appearance is neat and clean. Can accept constructive criticism. Is proficient in using conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques in managing interpersonal conflict and patient complaints. Is organized, motivated, committed and self-directed. Demonstrates ability to use assigned computer software and other equipment. Completes annual education and/or licensing requirements if applicable. Maintains dependable job attendance. Complies with all policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Complies with all OSHA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Adheres to all safety and infection control rules. Uses appropriate safety equipment. Complies with HIPAA and maintains confidential information. Reports ethics and compliance violations to Human Resources. Performs other duties as assigned.
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