Certified dental assistant vs dental assistant teacher

Differences between certified dental assistant and dental assistant teacher duties and responsibilities

Certified dental assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage surgery center infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
• Provide excellent customer service to dental patients and represent the organization at trade shows and presentations.
• Reconcile payments, verify insurance benefits, schedule appointments and present patients with necessary treatment plans.
• Assist in oral surgery under local and twilight anesthesia in a private practice setting.Primary IV starter and administer anesthetics on command.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and operate resuscitation equipment.

Dental assistant teacher example responsibilities.

• Help dentist to manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.
• Work with patients by assisting dentists and supporting hygiene students in restoration procedures along with several other dental procedures.
• Provide direct customer service daily; greet and prepare patients for dental examinations, build charts, and document preliminary information.
• Assist in oral surgery under local and twilight anesthesia in a private practice setting.Primary IV starter and administer anesthetics on command.
• Obtain impressions for partial and permanent dentures.
• Enter clinical notes, demographics, and insurance information utilizing Dentrix software.