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Discover the Dental Assistant Role: Duties, Responsibilities & Career Growth

Northwest Suburban College

Sterilization and Disinfection: Cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments, ensuring all equipment and surfaces are properly disinfected and prepared for the next patient. – Chairside Assistance: Handing instruments to dentists during dental procedures, passing materials, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

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A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant, Taught by NWSC

Northwest Suburban College

They greet patients, take their vital signs, and update their medical histories. They also help with minor surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments and ensuring that everything is set up correctly. Patient Interactions and Clinical Duties Interacting with patients is a significant part of a medical assistant’s day.