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Reports to the Dental Clinic Manager and performs supportive dental procedures within the scope of licensure, under the supervision of a licensed dentist. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintains exemplary customer service skills with patients, vendors and co-workers. Prepares patient, sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures; cleans and stocks exam rooms before and after each patient, and at the end of each clinic session. Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays. Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients; records treatment information in patient records, using EDR system. Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs; provides postoperative instructions to patients, as prescribed by dentist. Assists dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies. Cleans and polishes removable appliances. Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occ...Dental Assistant, Registered, Dental, Assistant, Dentist, Healthcare, Patient