Dental Assistant Job Responsibilities:

Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

Dental Assistant Job Duties:

• Develop working relationships with Clients, Community groups, and the general public.

• Be guided by and work closely on a day to day basis with Dental Clinicians, Dental Students and/or Student Demonstrators.
• Work under the guidance of Dental Clinicians, Dental Students and/or Student Demonstrators to learn and develop the skills as a Dental Assistant by:
• Keeping up to date with all Dental Assistant Trainee theory, assignments, on the job training requirements and all relevant assessments, at all times.

• Performing within the bounds of the Australian Dental Association standards and guidelines for Dental Assistants.

• Practising within the Bounds of the Community Dental program as outlined in the Dental Health Services Victoria, Community Dental Program handbook.

• Practicing in accordance with SCHS policy and procedures that reflect the philosophy and objectives of the Service.

• Assisting in a range of Administrative functions associated with the efficient delivery of dental services when required.

• Developing knowledge of relevant Radiation licensing, medication administration and infection control standards so that compliance with procedures in delivering Dental care can be ensured.

• Attending relevant meetings, forums and seminars as directed.

• Developing the skills to be able to provide quality dental care, support and education to Clients and their careers.

• Developing the skills and knowledge with the aim of being able to communicate with a variety of people on matters relating to client treatments and future needs.

• Participation in team meetings, service planning and evaluation and other groups to assist with the effective and efficient provision of services.

• Working within the sterilisation department to gain a thorough understanding of instrument sterilisation processes that ensure equipment and infection control standards are adhered to.

• Participating in staff development activities.Dental Assistant Skills and Qualifications: Dental Health Maintenance, Use of Dental Technology, Infection Control, Patient Services, creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Listening, Teamwork, Chairside Manner, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Use of Medical Technologies, Performing Diagnostic Procedures