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Dental Assistant II Job in Cleveland, Ohio US
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Job Summary

Company
University Hospitals Health System
Location
Cleveland, OH
Industries
Government and Military
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
Less than 1 Year
Job Reference Code
78961540

Dental Assistant II

About the Job

Description

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant works on behalf of the patient and the dentist, helping to assure a high level of professional excellence in oral health care delivery.

Essential Functions


Understand and manage the daily clinical schedule to ensure on-time appointments and the maintenance of production goals
Manage clinical patient flow to ensure the most efficient and effective care for every patient
Ensure that the appropriate clinical practice guidelines are consistently followed
Carefully sterilize and disinfect all instruments and equipment
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for dental procedures
Greet and prepare patients for treatment; employ high-level customer service skills
Effectively and safely capture intra- and extra-oral dental radiographs and photos
Proactively assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures, utilizing 4-handed assisting techniques
Deliver preventive patient care (coronal polishing, sealants) as directed by the Dentist(s)
Understand the scope of the treatment for each appointment, and prepare appropriately for all daily procedures
Conduct work in compliance with organizational policies and procedures, safety, and regulatory guidelines
Record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Accurately record treatment information, both completed and proposed, in patient files, in accordance with clinical record keeping standards
Maintain an organized and efficient clinical work-space; ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are "at the ready" in case of unexpected need
Participate in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient service
Provide patient education and educational materials
Monitor patients under nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia
Maintain the proper level of clinical product/material stock in accordance with established office standards
Maintain an appropriate office environment
Assist with other duties as directed by the Doctors and/or Office Manager

Required For All Jobs


Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
 
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