Clerical dentist assistant vs clerical/administrative assistant

Differences between clerical dentist assistant and clerical/administrative assistant duties and responsibilities

Clerical dentist assistant example responsibilities.

• Help dentist to manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.
• Enter and chart patient information using Dentrix.
• Assist Dr. during surgery with tray setups, composites, crown and bridges, partials and dentures.
• Assist with composite/amalgam restoration, crown & bridge preps/seats, endo, extractions, implants, and general anesthesia.
• Communicate with patients and insurance companies to schedule appointments and verify benefits and eligibility.
• Prepare patients for examination, and properly arrange examining rooms with the necessary equipment for procedures.
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Clerical/administrative assistant example responsibilities.

• Work with QuickBooks to manage store invoices and accounts.
• Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA.
• Support medical doctors, manage sensitive and confidential records pertaining to high risk patients with emphasis on accuracy.
• Check patients in and out, EMR, collect co-pays, answer phones, and take patients to exam rooms.
• Assist with preparing and printing of exhibits, spreadsheets and PowerPoint slides as needed.
• Maintain payroll and expense information.
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