This is a Work Test position which requires successful completion of 90 days on the job training before being eligible for appointment to probationary status.
Incumbents perform duties related to preparing patients, supplies and equipment for dental exams.
This is the first level in a three-level dental support classification series. The Dental Assistant is distinguished from the Dental Assistant, Senior in that the Dental Assistant does not have responsibility for coordinating and scheduling the work of other dental assistants. Schedules and receives patients. Confirms patient appointments. Refers patients to outside agencies for specialty dental services.