Job TitleASSOCIATE DENTAL ASSISTANT.Job FamilyFunctionDentalJob Code30009387Reports to JobManager, Dental AssistantsJob Description SummaryThe Associate Dental Assistant performs routine Dental Assistant tasks that support support dentists and dental therapists during clinical procedures to ensure efficient and effective patient care.Strategic Roles & Responsibilities %00Strategic Roles & ResponsibilitiesOperational Roles & Responsibilities %100Operational Roles & Responsibilities
Assist dentists and dental therapists with diagnostic operative and preventive procedures during patient examinations and treatments
Support all basic clinical procedures including maintaining sterile equipment cleaning the operatory area and performing tasks of increasing complexity as experience is gained
Handle Moderately complex tasks such as preparing and mixing materials for patient treatment
Acquire new skills throughinservice training and chairside experience under the supervision of the Dentist OnJob Trainer and Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Work under the direct supervision of the Dentist or with guidance from the Senior Dental Assistant with work hours assigned to meet the operational needs of the area
Minimum Education RequiredCompletion of a Two Year Dental Assisting Program or equivalent as acceptable to the Dental Services DepartmentProfessional Certifications RequiredSCFHS Certification as applicableYears of Experienceup to 1 years experienceLanguagesEnglish:Advanced ; Arabic:BasicFunctional Competencies
Due Diligence
Audit Reporting
Data Collection
Core Competencies
Excellence
Integrity
Accountability
Cybersecurity
Person-Centered Care
AcknowledgementPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Addendum TitleNoSupplemental Work/Experience/Education InformationN/AAddendum DescriptionN/A
