Dental Assistant (Prosth)
Location: Minneapolis Minnesota
Description: ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers is employing Dental Assistant (Prosth) right now, this occupation will be placed in Minnesota. For detail informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. PROSTHODONTIST DENTAL ASSISTANT
We are seeking an EXCEPTIONAL individual to join the team. Are you the BEST of the BEST? We are seeking a dental assistant with a min! imum of 2 years experience and with prosthodontist background. We are a growing implant company, offering competitive compensation.
About Us:
Clear Choice is the National Leader in Dental Implants. We change lives every day! From the moment customers arrive at a ClearChoice Center, until the moment they leave with beautiful new teeth, our commitment is to provide quality care and a first-class patient experience.
ClearChoice uses the finest components (implants and teeth), offers the best Oral Surgeons, Prosthodontist, and experienced specialists, and employs state-of-the-art technology and procedures--all at one location. Our commitment to quality implant care has gained the confidence and earned the trust of thousands of patients. At ClearChoice, we treat people, not just teeth.
Working at ClearChoice means being part of a dynamic work environment where each one of our employees has the opportunity to make a difference. We love what w! e do and it shows. At ClearChoice, we have an environment wher! e employees enjoy coming to work. We work hard, but at the end of the day, we feel a sense of satisfaction that we have helped to improve our patients’ lives.
Position Summary:
The prosthodontist dental assistant works under a dentist’s supervision to prepare equipment that will be used in dentistry procedures, to ready patients for these procedures, and to help the dentist during these procedures by passing instruments, holding the suction catheter in place, and generally anticipating the dentist’s needs. Some Other responsibilities may include sophisticated functions such as removing sutures, processing x-rays and taking the oral impressions that are used to fit crowns.
Responsibilities:
Work under the direct supervision of the Prosthodontist
Perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including but not limited to providing chair-side assistance while dentists examine and treat patients.
! Ensure patients are as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain their dental records.
Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x rays, and process x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
Handle other radiological equipment and assist patients with these procedures as directed by a dentist.
Perform office duties as needed including: scheduling and confirming appointments, receiving patients, keeping treatment records, sending bills, receiving payments, and ordering dental supplies and materials.
Assist in specialty areas such as oral surgery, periodontics (treatment! of gum disease) and prosthodontics (replacement of missing teeth) incl! uding dental implantology.
Support and assist the hygienist as needed, including but not limited to cleaning trays, room setups and cleanups.
Help track the inventory of the prosthetic supplies and keep the storage closet organized.
Support the radiographic needs of the Patient Education Consultants, Oral Surgeon, & Hygienists.
Working Conditions:
Dental assistants work in a well-lighted, clean environment.
Work area is usually near the dental chair to allow for arranging instruments, materials, and medication and handing them to the dentist when needed.
Dental assistants must wear gloves, masks, eyewear, and protective clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases.
Follow safety procedures to minimize the risks associated with the use of x-ray machines.
Experience:
Active RDA License is strongly preferred
At least 2 years of Dental Assistant e! xperience required
Dental implant experience, desired
Must be reliable, work well with others in a fast paced environment, and have good manual dexterity.
Must have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
EOE
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers.
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This occupation starts available on: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 10:48:36 GMT