Dental Assistant

Summary The Dental Assistant assists the dentist in many aspects of direct patient care and performs other clinical and clerical functions independently of direct supervision. Dental assistants at this level serve in dental assistant positions independently performing more complex work in assigned specialties while receiving general supervision. Responsibilities Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Functions and Scope of duties: Customer Service: Shows courtesy, respect, and positive attitude for Veterans, co-workers and the public. Provides assistance to customers with questions or concerns, provides service recovery. Display a cooperative attitude and will effectively work together to implement the organization's mission and goals. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills. Chairside Assisting: Sets up operatory for planned dental procedure and cleans dental unit, dental equipment and countertops for timely turnover. Passes instruments safely, accurately, and effic...