Class Code: 02220
82220
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
DENTAL ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Performs non-professional
work assisting a dentist in the treatment of patients; maintains records of
treatments, supplies and materials; performs related work as required.
The
Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and
not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Sterilizes and polishes
dental instruments; oils and cleans equipment; cleans dental office and
operating room.
Prepares patients for
treatment.
Prepares tray of
instruments and supplies; hands various instruments and supplies to the
dentist.
Takes dental x-ray
photographs; develops and mounts x-ray films.
Schedules appointments;
prepares and files case histories and treatment records.
Performs routine laboratory
work such as mixing filling materials, pouring models and making bite blocks;
orders dental supplies.
Instructs patients in simple
oral hygiene.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of dental
instruments, equipment and procedures.
Knowledge of dental
terminology and oral hygiene.
Ability to process and
develop x-ray film.
Ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships with patients.
Ability to maintain
appointment and patient records.
Ability to meet customer
needs in a consistently helpful and courteous manner.
Ability to work
cooperatively with others as part of a team.
Ability to apply personal
work attitudes such as honesty, responsibility and trustworthiness required to
be a productive employee.
Displays high standards of
ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and
integrity. Refrains from theft-related,
dishonest or unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with
internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite,
courteous, and cooperative manner.
Committed to quality service.
Displays a high level of
initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments
efficiently. Works with minimal
supervision. Demonstrates responsible
behavior and attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to
supervision. Follows policy and
cooperates with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the
needs, priorities and goals of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates
cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.
Fosters commitment and team spirit.
Expresses information to
individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature
of the information. Listens to others
and responds appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A current certificate of
registration as a Dental Assistant from the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners.
Effective
Date: 06/08
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