RESPONSIBILITIES I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Performs a variety of clinical and clerical duties to assist the dentist. II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Essential: standing, sitting, walking, stoop/bending, twisting body, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting and carrying usual weight up to 5 pounds, pushing/pulling usual weight of 25 pounds, carrying usual weight of 2 pounds, reaching above, at, and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods, frequent gripping of an object. • Occasional: lifting weight up to 20 pounds, kneeling, crawling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, pushing/pulling weight up to 50 pounds. • Operates dental equipment, medical equipment and office equipment. III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: • Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions. • Exposed to noise/vibration from dental equipment, x-rays, cleaning agents, chemicals, communicable diseases, body fluids and sharps. • Works in a static position for prolonged periods with repetitive hand/arm motion. IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: • Completion of approved Dental Assistant training program or equivalent work experience. • Current certification in BLS/HCP. • CDA certification preferred. B. EXPERIENCE: • Experience to demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with computers and automated systems. • Prior work experience as Dental Assistant preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet