Senior Cosmetic Dental Assistant Job at Apa Aesthetic in Miami

·          General clinic administrative work and maintenance 

·          Completing Lab paperwork under the dentist direction 

·          Update and maintain client’s dental records

·          Take and process X-rays and scans of patients

·          Review schedules and anticipate dentist needs in advance

·          Provide well written accurate treatment plans to Patient Coordinator 

 

·          Attend morning meetings prepared to review your patients for the day: Pull history, what was done last appointment, What is being done the day of appointment. 

·          Ensure that all proper work has been complete prior to appointment – if not alert the front desk 

·          Turn on compressors and gas.

·          Make sure all chairs are down and TV’s and headphones are working

·          Prior to patient appointment, review patient records to be properly prepared - Review if new x rays, scans or preliminary impressions are needed. - Review if numbing will be necessary and if so prepare appropriate doctor 

·          Select and set up needed instruments, equipment and material 

·          Welcome patients by greeting them in the reception area by name 

·          Prepare patients for treatments and ensure their comfort 

·          Assist dentist through 4-handed dentistry 

·          Take all necessary records for appropriate procedure – review company check list to ensure all work is complete   

·          Provide oral hygiene and post operative care instructions 

·          Keep the dental room clean and well stocked to include while patient is in the chair room should be kept clean 

·          Properly send off patients by walking them to front desk staff 

·          Sterilize instruments according to regulations   

·          Undertake lab tasks as instructed, ensuring that prescriptions are fully executed 

 

 

·          Proven experience as a cosmetic dental assistant, 5+ years experience preferred 

·          Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods  

·          Understanding of health & safety regulations 

·          Excellent communication and people skills 

·          Attention to detail 

·          Well-organized and reliable