Provides chairside assistance to the dentist and/or dental hygienist during the performance of dental procedures.
Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and completes orders.
Supervises, schedules, monitors, and evaluates the performance of first and second level dental assistants, as well as other clinical and dispensary personnel.
Instructs students in the principles of four-handed dentistry, dental assistant utilization, radiographic techniques, and the operation and maintenance of radiographic and laboratory equipment.
Processes radiographs and oversees, monitors, and maintains supplies and dental equipment, including compressors, evacuator systems, radiographic developing equipment, sterilizers, light-curing equipment, and other laboratory equipment. Works with property officers to track clinical equipment.
Ensure compliance with safety and infection-control standards.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requirements
Graduate of an Accredited American Dental Association (ADA) Dental Assistant program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insurance
Additional Information
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Job Requisition ID:
R00050399
Job Category:
Allied Health
Organization:
SOD - Ambulatory Operations Manager - Undergraduate and Residents Clinical
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Dental Assistant-Lead
Job Summary:
To supervise and instruct various clinical personnel in assisting dental residents and/or faculty with the examination, delivery, and maintenance of oral healthcare. To maintain dental equipment and supplies and to ensure the proper disposal of chemicals and biohazard materials in accordance with established protocols, procedures, policies, and standards.
Education & Experience
Education and Experience Required:
High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of dental assistant experience.
Certifications, Licenses, or Registration required:
Dental Assistant Radiology Permit from the Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners. Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association or CPR from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association required post-hire within 30 days.
Ummc · Jackson, MS