Dental Assistant in Alexandria, Virginia at VitalCore Health Strategies

DENTAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction. Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.Schedules patients for dental appointments.Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.Develops and mounts routine radiographs. Assists in maintaining dental charts and records dental findings.Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.Attends training and meetings as required.

DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATION