Dental Assistant

Summary This position is assigned to the Dental Service at the Atlanta VA Healthcare System located in Decatur, Georgia. The incumbent performs dental assisting duties of increased scope, complexity, and variety that reflect an advanced clinical assignment. He/she applies highly developed clinical skills and carry out the full range of duties associated with routine patient care, working under indirect supervision from the Supervisory Dental Assistant or the treating dentist. Responsibilities Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Gathers diagnostic information, charting of existing conditions. Assists with specialty procedures including oral surgery, periodontal therapy, endodontic, prosthodontic and implant placement and restoration Anticipates surgeons/specialists needs at each stage of treatment. Takes preliminary impressions. Receives and prepares patient for treatment including seating, positioning c...