Dental Assistant

**JOB SUMMARY**The Dental Assistant provides exemplary patient care and assists dentists during examination and treatment of patients. This position also prepares clinical areas, instruments, and materials, provides imaging services, and utilizes four-handed dentistry. This position involves periodontal charting and instructs patients in oral hygiene and have a firm grasp of dental procedures. The Dental Assistant will professionally communicate with the Dental Assistant team, faculty, and residents, while providing exemplary patient care.**PRIMARY JOB RESPONSBILITIES*** Utilizes special solutions and sterilization bags; disposes of biohazard accordingly and maintains infection control* Prepares operatories and instrument trays for procedures for multiple disciplines* Reviews schedule for each discipline to properly prepare for the day; minimal periodontal charting* Cleans, oils, and sterilizes equipment* Performs other duties as assigned**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*** Excellent ...