The Dental Assistant is an integral part of the patient care team, supporting the patient to have a welcoming and safe dental experience and supporting the team to provide superior dental care. The Dental Assistant plays an active role in preparing for patient visits and providing support for dental procedures. The DA is responsible for accurate charting, equipment preparation and sterilization, and patient care coordination. 

Responsibilities 

• Participates proactively as a member of the Dental team.
• Ensures the preparation, organization and proper cleaning of the dental operatory, pre- and post-visit. 
• Performs direct patient care responsibilities necessary to support the dental treatment. 
• Ensures that the patients dental chart is updated, complete and accurate in a timely manner. 
• Performs chair side support to effectively assist provider in treatment. 
• Properly performs cleaning and sterilization, using established quality control and safety protocols. 
• Actively coordinates continuity of patient care and follow-up. 
• Provides excellent service and support to patients and colleagues. 
• Successfully adapts to changes in EDR, dental workflows and processes, and improvement efforts, including participating in employee training.