Places various types of bite blocks. Places and applies physical restraints. Sets up the armamentarium for oral, nitrous oxide analgesia, intramuscular, and intravenous conscious sedation. Sets up armamentarium for phlebotomy including selection of the proper specimen container and notification of the laboratory. The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job.
Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Four years as a Dental Assistant, one year of which must have been in the area of specialty applied for. Overtime, weekend, on-call, and shift work may be required in some positions. Employees in this job class must be CPR certified within the first twelve months of employment and must meet and maintain the requirements for current dental assisting.