DENTAL ASSISTANT (Alternate Title: Dental Specialist) (0101CBV1) Competency-Based

WestCal Academy

California (OA)

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Work Process Schedule

Work Process Content

On the Job Training

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Skills

Interview patients to gather medical information.

Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.

Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.

Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.

Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.

Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.

Clean medical equipment.

Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
Clean and polish removable appliances.

Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.

Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.

Maintain medical records.

Record treatment information in patient records.
Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.

Explain technical medical information to patients.

Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.

Inventory medical supplies or equipment.

Order and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.

Operate medical equipment.

Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.

Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.

Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.

Record vital statistics or other health information.

Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.

Administer basic health care or medical treatments.

Clean teeth, using dental instruments.
Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth.

Process medical billing information.

Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.

Schedule patient procedures or appointments.

Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.

Make patient-assistive devices or device models.

Fabricate and fit orthodontic appliances and materials for patients, such as retainers, wires, or bands.
Pour, trim, and polish study casts.
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.

Fit patients for assistive devices.