Dental assistant extern vs assistant to the chairperson

Differences between dental assistant extern and assistant to the chairperson duties and responsibilities

Dental assistant extern example responsibilities.

• Help dentist to manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.
• Input front office information into EagleSoft software.
• Use of Patterson EagleSoft for patient information.
• Perform administrative and customer service duties relate to dental activities, including in-processing of patients and scheduling appointments.
• Assess spiritual needs of patients and families/caregivers and provide direct spiritual support, care and education to patients and family/caregivers.
• Assist in oral surgery under local and twilight anesthesia in a private practice setting.Primary IV starter and administer anesthetics on command.
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Assistant to the chairperson example responsibilities.

• Handle scheduling of patients, answer telephone calls, efficiently manage patient accounts including billing insurance companies.
• Cover hygiene schedules when need performing coronal polishing and placing sealants.
• Apply sealants, fluoride treatments, and perform coronal polishing for oral prophylaxis.
• Pour, trim and fabricate models for bleaching trays, night guards, and dentures.
• Compose yearly commencement booklet using PowerPoint.
• Develop PowerPoint presentations and handouts for medical students, residents and national conferences.
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