Children's National Medical Center Washington , DC 20319
Posted 2 weeks ago
Under the direction of the dentist and/or dental resident, assists in chair side and operating room pediatric dental procedures. Prepares patient, dental
materials, instruments for dental procedures. Maintains inventory, records, and clinical equipment. Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Familiarity with dental protocols and procedures Excellent communication skills with patients, parents and staff members.
Scope of practice for both states required knowledge by applicant.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Candidate must obtain in the state of Maryland a minimum required radiation licensure. (Required)
In the District of Columbia must be licensed as a certified
dental assistant no exception. (Required)
Functional Accountabilities
Provide chair side assistance during dental procedures
Under the direction of dentists and dental residents, assist in patient examinations, restorative treatment and surgery.
Prepare operative site as directed; passes appropriate instruments and equipment.
Prepare dental treatment area; mix and prepare dental materials and dressings for all dental procedures.
Prepare and assist in the administration of anesthetic agents.
Assist with behavior management of patients.
Provide dental health education and oral hygiene instructions to parents/patients; conduct tooth brushing and flossing demonstrations.
Maintain, prepare and sterilize equipment and treatment area
Sterilize instruments; clean dental area post-operatively and replenish supplies.
Clean, lubricate and maintain hand pieces and other mechanical equipment.
Practice appropriate sterile procedures using aseptic technique and universal precautions with all patients.
Assist in performing radiographic procedures
Assist in maintaining and replenishing inventory and supplies
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
Organizational Accountabilities
Patient Record Retrieval and Maintenance
Organizational Commitment/Identification
Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Children's National Medical Center