DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64043712 1

This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing referrals, scheduling clients in accordance with established clinic protocols, and conducting medical history interviews for clients to ensure complete and accurate documentation. Duties include coordinating communication with referring entities, utilizing the Eaglesoft electronic dental record system and the State health record system, and tracking referrals and pre‑authorizations to support continuity of care. The position performs data entry in compliance with Fiscal and Dental Clinic Supervisor requirements and maintains strict security and confidentiality of all patient records and computerized information. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Dental Supervisor, in coordination with dental assistants and dentists, to support the delivery of high‑quality clinical services.

Dental treatment: Expanded duties as licensed by the board of Professional Regulations for Certified Dental Assistant. Will polish clinical crowns of teeth. Will apply topical fluoride gels and varnish. Will place sealants. Will remove sutures. Will fabricate temporary crowns, pack cord, and cement temporary crowns.

Four handed dental technique. Will review medical history with the patient/guardian and take blood pressure as indicated by clinic policy. Will complete the signs and symptoms (S) and objective data (O) of the SOAP notes and write up in computer notes. Will utilize proper barrier techniques as per OSHA guidelines. Will utilize proper barrier techniques including chin length face shield. Will pass instruments while correctly retracting tongue and/or cheek; all while suctioning. Will coordinate assisting methods, activities and actions with actions of the dentist. Will adjust equipment and light source as needed by the dentist. Will mix restorative materials and cements. Will perform other duties as required by the dentist or clinic supervisor. Will be prepared for a medical emergency in the dental clinic, alert the dentist in the clinic, call 911, alert the dental clinic supervisor and complete necessary paperwork. Will obtain the necessary emergency equipment and supplies as directed by the dentist and provide the assistance necessary in an emergency and in the emergency drills. Perform CPR if necessary.

Proper operatory set up: Instruments and equipment are out and in place ready before the patient arrives. Will maintain adequate inventory of supplies and equipment. Will generate supplies and equipment requests as needed. Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds.

Radiographs: Will maintain Radiographic Certification as licensed by the Board of Professional Regulations. Will properly utilize ScanX phosphoretic plates and the Eaglesoft software.

Sterilization: Will understand and follow Florida Board of Dentistry and DOH standards. Will properly clean and sterilize instruments following Florida Board of Dentistry and DOH standards. Will utilize proper barrier techniques during cleaning and sterilizing. Will clean and disinfect counters and environmental surfaces following dental clinic procedures. Will test autoclave with biological indicators and keep a log of results. Will clean autoclave as assigned. Will remove trash and replace liners in cans as necessary. Will clean chair suction traps and suction tubing, and central trap as directed. Will dispose of biomedical waste in red bags and sharps as per Florida Board of Dentistry and DOH standards.  Ensures sterilization/bioindicator testing/biomaterial/water testing/safety/ and all other logs are properly completely according to Florida Board of Dentistry and DOH standards.

Dental Materials: Will understand materials and use dental materials per FL DOH and manufacturer guidelines. Will maintain an organized well-maintained storage area both for bulk storage and in the individual carts/rooms, with the lot number. Will maintain an inventory so that the proper number of supplies are ordered to maximize the effective date and ordered at the proper Threshold so that items do not run out. Will monitor inventory levels of all clinical supplies and reorder as needed through MFMP. Will receive orders and confirm inven