Dental assistant extern vs clerical dentist assistant

Differences between dental assistant extern and clerical dentist assistant 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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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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