Dental Assistant

Sterilizes and processes dental instruments, sets up treatment rooms and equipment according to infection prevention and aseptic techniques, and ensures instruments and devices are functioning properly for patient care. Assists dentists chairside during general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. Takes and develops dental X-rays and 3D scans following sterilization procedures and radiation safety protocols. Uses EHR systems such as Open Dental, Dentrix, or Epic to document treatment details, monitors patient vital signs and medical history while maintaining confidentiality, and educates patients on oral health, post-treatment care, and billing questions.