Dental officer vs dental assistant/receptionist

Differences between dental officer and dental assistant/receptionist duties and responsibilities

Dental officer example responsibilities.

• Provide comprehensive dental care for diverse patients
• Admit patients and attend to their in-patient dental emergencies
• 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/receptionist example responsibilities.

• Coordinate continuing education courses, schedule in office training sessions and manage first aid, CPR and a certifications.
• Contact pharmacist to authorize medication for patients prior to dental procedures.
• Store records securely and handle in compliance with legal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
• Assist in a variety of dental procedures including all types of fillings, root canals, extractions, crowns and dentures.
• Chart, examination/treatment information, scheduled/cancel appointments using CDA.
• Provide state-of-the-art individualize orthodontic treatment to adult and adolescent patients.
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