Surgical dental assistant vs assistant

Differences between surgical dental assistant and assistant duties and responsibilities

Surgical dental assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage medical records and document examination notes, prescriptions, and procedure details in EMR.
• Train as an anesthesia technician and certify in CPR.
• Assist dentist in prophylactic procedures: provide necessary tools, sterilize equipment, comfort patients.
• Bill major insurance providers using ADA codes and process incoming payments from insure and non-insure patients and insurance providers.
• Assist in oral surgery under local and twilight anesthesia in a private practice setting.Primary IV starter and administer anesthetics on command.
• Place catheters and IVs for procedures.
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Assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage circulations, including educational textbooks and DVDS, video technology and supplies.
• Manage branches providing information technology support, logistics, training and operational support.
• Manage company's twitter account and communicate with multiple physical therapy providers around the country
• Optimize productivity in prioritizing and managing special projects, PowerPoint presentations for classes, and proctore exams for undergraduate classes.
• Assist in jewelry design and assembly, manage company Facebook page, participate in wholesale buying, and manage retail inventory
• Manage and update company Facebook page with daily updates, finding/sharing relevant and interesting information, and encouraging fan engagement.
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