Dental Assisting Program

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Fall 2017 – Spring 2018– Summer 1 - 2018

FACULTY:

MARTHA McCASLIN, CDA, MA PROGRAM DIRECTOR, PROFESSOR

ROCIO MILLER, CDA, BA

INSTRUCTOR, CLINICAL COORDINATOR

Amelia Garcia, CDA, EFDA, AAS Part Time Clinical Faculty

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WELCOME!!! The Dental Assisting Program Handbook is to be utilized as your reference guide while performing activities both in the laboratory and clinical setting. This handbook contains useful information about expectations and standards that you as a student MUST be aware of and adhere to. YOU as a student having been accepted into the dental assisting program are held PERSONALLY responsible for abiding by all policies set forth by the program director, clinical instructors, state board of dental health care regulations, and Dona Ana community college policies. As well you are responsible for abiding by professional and personal ethics guided by the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA), Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), and the American Dental Association (ADA) on accredited dental assisting programs (CODA). Dental Assisting Program Mission: As a professional dental assisting education program, it is our mission to promote the educational advancement of dental assistants and the dental assisting profession. Through credentialing and professional activities enhance the delivery of quality dental health care to our diverse community. Provide dental assistants with the most recent advances in technology, materials, techniques, and equipment in order to be prepared when entering or employed in the workforce. Statement of Professional Commitment The DACC Dental Assisting Program actively promotes the education of the careers of dental assistants through an accredited program that advocates for academic and promotional achievements that advance the dental assisting profession. With educators that uphold both the state and national credentialing process along with professional endeavors which enhance the delivery of quality dental health care to the community.

American Dental Assistants Association

The ADAA

As a professional dental assistant, I will promote the advancement of the careers of dental assistants and the dental assisting profession in matters of education, legislation, credentialing and professional activities which enhance the delivery of quality dental health care to the public.

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Dental Assisting Program Philosophy: The faculty and staff of Dona Ana Community College welcome and congratulate you on your endeavor and commitment in pursuing a career in dental assisting. We encourage you to study effectively and work toward your personal and professional goals. Dental Assisting Program faculty are devoted to providing you with the knowledge, skills, and education required to become successful in your chosen dental profession. Dental Assisting Program Vision: The Dental Assisting Program Director, faculty, and clinical instructors believe the program goals are achievable through the program objectives. These objectives are based on the principles of dedicated students, faculty, and professional development. Dental Programs Values and Core Beliefs

Responsibility - Demonstrate accountability for actions and behavior, Professionalism, and academic integrity

Critical Thinking - Demonstrate and utilize critical thinking to identify, contemplate, and appropriately attend to situations or dilemmas regarding issues (including ethical and legal)

Build Relationships – develop collegiality, trust and teamwork in the dental work place

Civic Responsibility- Provide community with education and services related to oral health

DISCLAIMERS

The Dental Assisting Program recognizes and honors the Dona Ana Community College and New Mexico State University educational philosophy. The Dental Assisting Program is thoroughly dedicated to serving educational, personal, and professional needs; we will strive to deliver high standards of education, didactic, and clinical experiences that promote the student potential in their chosen field of dental assisting. This handbook is designed to provide you assistance in guiding your ethical, professional, and personal choices during your time as a student at DACC. The College and Dental Assisting Program reserve the right to make changes without prior notice regarding all policies, faculty, time schedules, class rotations, course assignments, grading policies, curricula, etc. surrounding the Dental Assisting Program without notice. Some program contents may be considered by some students to be risqué, personal, or of an invasive nature. It is inevitable that a health care provider recognizes, realize, and utilize such information in an educational manner to better provide patient care only. This course content is necessary in order to ensure the Dental

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Assisting Student be informed of “real life” situations that he/she may be faced with in the clinical settings. Such situations may even affect patient treatment, ethical and critical decision making skills necessary to protect the health of the student. Students that do not wish to be exposed to such situations must seek the Program Directors assistance IMMEDIATELY.

Program Accreditation

The DACC Dental Assisting program is accredited by the Commission on dental Accreditation (CODA). The current status is ” accredited without reporting requirements.” Which means the program is in full compliance with the standards for accreditation. Complaints or concerns addressing standards may be directed to the Commission at:

American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation

211 East Chicago Avenue Suite 1900

Chicago, Illinois 60611 800-621-8099 or 312-440-4653. http://www.ada.org/en/coda/accreditation Next site visit: Nov 14-15, 2017

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DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM GOALS

Dental Assisting graduates will attain the knowledge and skill levels required to obtain profitable employment in the dental assisting career field and demonstrate the highest standard of professionalism and ethical behavior possible.

o Fully prepare students to successfully challenge the Dental Assisting National Board Radiation Health and Safety Examination

o Anticipate an 80% pass rate based on number of students challenging exam on the first attempt

o Anticipate an 90% pass rate based on number of students challenging exam on the second attempt

o Fully prepare students to successfully challenge the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care (NMBODHC) Radiology Certification

o 100% of students applying will receive certification Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain employment in the dental assisting field within 6 months of graduation

o 80% full time, 4 days a week or more From the remainder, 75% will find full time employment within

one year and 25% will seek and secure part time employment

o Prepare students to sit for CDA examination as offered by DANB.

o Three percent of graduates will challenge the GC or CDA exam within one year of graduation

o Provide a learning environment that fosters dynamic learning designed to

meet the needs of our students and the changing field of dental assisting

ANTICIPATED PROGRAM OUTCOMES

1. Eighty percent of the program graduates will pass the DANB Radiation

Health and Safety exam by the end of the first semester of the program. 2. One hundred percent of students applying for NMBODHC Certification in

Dental Radiology will receive such certification 3. Eighty percent or higher of program graduates seeking employment as a

dental assistant will find employment within 6 months of program completion.

4. The learning environment will be dynamic, up to date, and reflect the needs of our dental community

5. The program will graduate competent clinicians with positive employment rates and positive graduate and employer surveys

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GENERAL DENTAL ASSISTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

I. INTRODUCTION-PURPOSE OF HANDBOOK A. The purpose of this handbook is to serve as an informational guide in assisting the student with the orientation and clarification of polices and procedures for the Dental Assisting Program. It is anticipated that each student will be familiar with the information contained within this handbook. The Dental Assisting Clinic Manual is considered to be an extension of this student handbook and will also be discussed and a signed MOU will be kept on file. B. The Dental Assisting Program at DACC is dedicated to the principle that through higher education the student grows both personally as well as professionally. It is understood and emphasized that the student assumes all responsibility for their own individual understanding of the program materials. Students are held responsible for their own work PLAGERISM WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. *See Policy below. Students are offered a variety of learning environments individual work, study group assignments, community activities, clinical rotations, computer usage and traditional classroom assignments in order to enhance the learning potential. C. The Dental Assisting Program Director, faculty, and clinical instructors believe the program goals are achievable through the program objectives. These objectives are based on the principles of dedicated students, faculty, and professional development Plagiarism is using another person's work without acknowledgment, making it appear to be one's own. Intentional and unintentional instances of plagiarism are considered instances of academic misconduct and are subject to disciplinary action such as failure on the assignment, failure of the course or will be subject to consequences for non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). The NMSU Library has more information and help on how to avoid plagiarism at http://lib.nmsu.edu/plagiarism/ D. Use of social media- students are reminded to remain professional in their postings. Faculty WILL NOT “friend” students on social media. The Facebook page that is available is to be used for professional purposes only and is maintained by the student club advisor.

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Dental Assisting Program Curriculum and Pre-Requisites The Dental Assisting Certificate Program prepares students to become skilled, certified members of the dental health care team. Assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of oral health care and perform a wide range of tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. The program includes lecture, supervised lab, open lab times, and clinical practicum experiences. Students who complete the program are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and apply to the State of New Mexico Board of Dental Health for certification in topical fluoride application, dental radiology, and coronal polishing and sealant placement (CDA). Dental Assisting is a selective program with specific admission requirements and a limited enrollment of 18 students. Students must apply for and meet all Dona Ana Community College admission criteria. It is the responsibility of the student interested in the Dental Assisting Program to contact the Program Director for current information. All students admitted to the program must provide proof of current of immunizations (to include a TB test-IPPD that will be valid throughout the clinical practicum portion of the program as well as all age required vaccinations), hold a current CPR card and maintain current CPR certification throughout the course of the program. Students are encouraged to maintain or obtain medical insurance throughout enrollment in the program. Students are also highly encouraged to become immunized against Hepatitis A and B. Students that elect to not receive this immunization, at the students expense, must sign a waiver of declination stating they have chosen to not be vaccinated against these potentially career and life threatening pathogens. Students are responsible for their own medical expenses and if students do not have medical insurance they will be encouraged to obtain such coverage through the student health center located on NMSU main campus or other entities. Students will be required to register with Castle Branch for immunization and tracking of training- HIPAA, CPR, OSHA, BBP, etc. There is an additional fee for this service Students are responsible for all travel expenses to and from the practicum sites. Students must maintain a "C" average in all program courses to continue in the program and receive a certificate. Students must keep their grades in each course to a “C” level during the program - - each quiz, test, and homework assignment must be at the “C” level in order to progress. Students must pass each course in the program with a “C” or better as well as maintain at least a “C” average on quizzes, exams, attendance, class participation, clinical attendance, clinical competency and any other related gradable material throughout the course or program. Failure of a mid term or final exam will incur Consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook)

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1st Semester (Fall)

DAS 111 BioDental Science (3 + 2P) 4 credits DAS 113 Dental Assisting I (2 + 6P) 4 credits DAS 115 Dental Radiography (2 + 3P) 3 credits DAS 117 Dental Bio Materials (2 + 3P) 3 credits Total 14 credits

2nd Semester (Spring)

DAS 123 Practicum (1 + 15P) 6 credits DAS 125 Professional Concepts 3 credits DAS 127 Dental Office Management 2 credits DAS 129 Preventive Dentistry 2 credits Total 13 Credits

SUMMER SESSION(S) *Mandatory Summer Session

SUMMER1* DAS 130 Dental Assisting II (2+6P) 4 credits *Mandatory Summer Session DAS 155 Special Topics (AS NEEDED) Variable credits

TOTAL DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM CREDITS 31

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DONA ANA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM

PREREQUISITE CURRICULUM PLAN

General Education Requirements: (THOSE IN BOLD MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO BEING ACCEPTED TO PROGRAM) (Must complete with grade of “C” or better) ENGL 111 4 credit hours BIOL 154 3 credit hours *recommended for transferability COMM 253G** 3 credit hours or COMM 265G** TOTAL: 10 Credit Hours Other related requirements - General Education requirements that must be completed before successful completion of Dental Assisting Program (Must complete with grade of “C” or better)** PSY 201 Introduction to Human Psychology 3 credit hours PHLS 150 G Personal Health and Wellness 3 credit hours AHS 225 Nutrition for Health Occupations 3 credit hours OR AHS 251 Human Nutrition OR HNDS 163 Nutrition for Health TOTAL: 9 Credit Hours TOTAL Pre requisite hours required - 19

• NOTICE DAS Program Prerequisites are currently undergoing a change to update program and prepare students for a more well balanced educational experience (7-13-2016)

SEE ONLINE COLLEGE CATALOG FOR COMPLETE TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS OF CLASSES LISTED ** Suggested completion before applying to program

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Dona Ana Community College Dental Assisting Program

Health Insurance Report Form

It is highly recommended that all students have health insurance while enrolled in the Dental Assisting Program. Health Care Workers are exposed to a number of diseases and body fluids, as well as work related injuries. Any injuries, illnesses, medical treatment, or hospitalizations are the responsibility of the student, not DACC, the Dental Assisting Program, or the clinical affiliate to which the student is assigned during respective semesters. STUDENT: ________________________________________ ACADEMIC YEAR: ____________________________ Please indicate one of the following: _________ I currently have health insurance which will be in force during my enrollment at DACC.(*I have provided the DAS Clinical Coordinator with a copy of my current medical ID card) ______I do not have health insurance at this time and realize that all medical bills are my responsibility and not that of DACC, the Dental Assisting Program, or my clinical site. __ __________________________ STUDENT SIGNATURE/DATE _____________________________ PROGRAM DIRECTOR SIGNATURE/DATE ________________________________ CLINICAL COORDINATOR/ DATE

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Dona Ana Community College Dental Assisting Program

POST EXPOSURE INCIDENT REPORT

/ (Student Name) Banner # Date The above mentioned student was involved in an exposure incident on: __________________________ MM/DD/YY Time The following is a description of the exact circumstances surrounding the exposure incident. (Be sure to include what you were doing, how the exposure occurred, and whether you were wearing the proper safety requirements—gloves, glasses, smock, mask, etc.) Continue on back if necessary. _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Route and area of exposure (EX: needlestick, left index finger, eyes, splash to mucous membrane, etc) Route___________________________________ Area________________________ Source patient name (if known)____________________________________________ Source patient significant medical history (if known) _________________________________________________________________

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My program director and/or clinical coordinator/instructor has provided me with the option of a post exposure medical evaluation at my expense in order to assure I have not contracted or been exposed to a communicable disease due to this incident. My instructors have previously provided me with training in regards to proper exposure control for blood borne pathogens and the risk of disease transmission in the dental office. Given this information I (indicate choice by initialing) where applicable: ______Will seek medical evaluation and/or follow-up at my expense ______I will not seek medical evaluation. I decline post exposure treatment of my own free will. _____I have received my Hep B immunizations _____________date series (Started/ completed) _____I have not received my Hep B immunizations and there is a signed declination waiver on file. _________________________________ __________________________________ Student signature Date Clinical Coordinator Signature Date ____________________________ Director signature Date

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Dental Assisting Program Pregnancy Release Form for Student

I, __________________________________, following voluntary disclosure of my pregnancy, have been advised about possible hazards of fetal radiation exposure resulting from my education at Doña Ana Community College and any clinical affiliate sites. I have the following options: Option 1) I may continue my present course of study- I will continue to follow the original program requirements, policies and objectives. I am required to wear two radiation monitoring devices at all times, one worn on the collar and one at the mid-abdominal area. I understand that I will be required to leave the program immediately if the maximum permissible dose of radiation is reached (50 mrem/month during gestation, not to exceed a total of 450 mrem). I will also be required to wear a lead apron while in clinic. I will provide clearance from my medical doctor. -OR- Option 2) I wish to delay my present course of study- I will immediately withdraw from the didactic/clinical portion of my education. I will apply to the program for reentry in the appropriate semester following my pregnancy, providing that I have maintained a “C” or higher in all program courses required to date. I have been advised of my options and I have decided to: □ Continue my dental assisting education, I accept all further responsibility. □ Delay my dental assisting education. ___________________________________ _________________ Student’s Signature Date ___________________________________ _________________ Program Director’s Signature Date __________________________________ ___________________ NMSU Radiation Safety Officer Date PLEASE ALSO REFER TO THE DACC DENTAL CLINIC MANUAL REGARDING MORE INFORMATION ON IONIZING RADIATION

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GENERAL POLICIES

1. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure attendance, timeliness, and adherence to policies of the program. It is the student’s responsibility to make appointments with the program advisor, Faculty, Program Director, Division Dean, VPAA, etc. when necessary and to follow the “chain of command” as indicated or necessary (See General Policy Number #8) 2. Grievances within the program are to be brought to the direct attention of the Program Director. This may be done so by addressing the Director, Faculty, or part time faculty as appropriate.

∆ Grievances will not and shall not be addressed to clinical sites, classmates, or other faculty of the college unless it is deemed necessary by the Program Director and Division Dean Health and Public Services. (See General Policy Number #8)

3. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT EVERY Dental Assisting Student safeguard the patient’s right to privacy and protect patient confidentiality at all times. It is the patient’s right to determine the information to be disclosed and to whom it will be disclosed. Any violation of this privacy policy severely damages the student’s reputation both personally and professionally. Certain elements of patient information may be discussed only within the appropriate classroom setting. Any student that breaches HIPPA laws of patient confidentiality is subject to non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) 4. Students with documented positive Hepatitis B, non-compliance of standards of conduct HIV, AIDS, or other communicable diseases may care for patients only when cleared by their private physicians and notification of such clearance has been received by the Program Director. It is the ethical responsibility of the student to notify the Director if they are afflicted by any of the above listed conditions or any other condition that may interfere with patient care or be passed on to their patients through direct or indirect contact. Failure to notify the Director of these conditions may result in consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) All students will adhere to the existing policies of the institution regarding infection control, hand washing techniques, and use of gloves, masks, smocks, and protective eyewear. Students will not participate in patient care if they have weeping or seeping lesions. Students may not participate in patient care if there is a chance they may transmit disease to patients or co-workers. Transmission risk exists if there is no obvious trauma to the student, patient, or any other assistant that may serve as an entry port of a virus or bacteria. ALL safety policies employed by the Dental Hygiene program must also be adhered to. (For more information refer to Dental Programs Clinical Manual)

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5. Dental Assisting Program Students are covered by New Mexico Tort Claims Act as long as they are participating in activities related to their clinical experiences regarding patient care. This Act covers the student against patient injuries while performing duties within the normal scope of practice and as regulated by the New Mexico Dental Board Regulations. There is a $500,000 limit on claims under this Act. Students may purchase additional liability Insurance at their own cost if they so desire. This information is provided to each student during the student orientation and again on the first day of class. It is also available on the American Dental Assistant’s Association website (www.adaa.org) Medical Health insurance is the sole responsibility of the student and is not provided by the college.

∆ Clinical sites/agencies have no obligation to the student to provide for health care costs if the student is injured/needlestick while at their clinical site.

6. Completion of this program does not guarantee National or State Certification. Completion of the DANB or State Licensure /certification is at the cost of the student. (Lab/course fees are assessed into the students tuition for DAS 115-Dental Radiology, this fee is to “pay” the DANB RHS Fess for the students first challenge attempt at this written exam) If any student has a possible hindrance to obtaining certification such as an arrest record, substance abuse, etc. it is the responsibility of the student to notify the Program Director IMMEDIATELY. This issue will need to be addressed by the student to the State of New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care. Failure to do so may affect certification possibilities or may result in non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook A group testing date may be arranged by the Program Director-however it is the student’s responsibility to apply for the DANB exam and the State certification (this certificate is at the students expense). 7. Students are held responsible for abiding by all the professional and ethical standards of the State of New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care, Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), American Dental Assisting Association (ADAA), Dental Assisting Program, DACC, and any other dental/education affiliate. 8. If any problems arise of an academic nature the student should discuss the problem with their classroom/laboratory instructor FIRST! If any problems arise of a personal or classmate nature the students are highly encouraged to discuss the problem with their immediate classroom/laboratory instructor FIRST! The issue may be addressed formally if warranted, a meeting between students and faculty, written responses from all parties involved or verbal agreements may be deemed amenable. If the problem cannot be resolved it should then be brought to the Director to be resolved at the lowest level possible. Problems will be addressed through the proper Chain of Command. Failure to adhere to this policy may result in consequences for non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). 9. For all emergencies call 911! In the case of a building evacuation students and faculty will report to a pre-designated area away from any danger and where a class

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count can be taken to ensure student and faculty safety. (SEE CLASS SYLLABUS FOR MORE INFO ON EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM) 10. Students are not allowed to smoke inside the DACC institution. Students that smoke are encouraged to observe the smoking policies of the college (25 feet from exterior doors) and the clinical site they participate in. Students will be strongly discouraged from smoking due to the nature of being a health care professional and the perception of the detriment to the public and general population health concerns. 11. Students are held to a professional dress and appearance standard during the program and clinical portions. Students are expected to wear scrubs with program patches and nametags to all classes and clinical sites during all class and all clinical site attendance.

∆ Failure to do so will result in a point deduction of : 5 points lost each time scrubs are not worn to a class or clinical site, 5 points lost each time a nametag is not worn-per day/per class and or site attendance.

◊ No unnatural hair color is to be worn, ◊ No artificial fingernails, no nail color, no obvious tattoos or body

piercings may be visible while wearing scrubs will tolerated, ◊ NO ORAL PIERCINGS of any type will be allowed during clinical

rotations! ◊ No baseball caps, scarves, or other adornments are to be worn over

the hair (small barrettes required to “pin” hair out of the face are allowable).

∆ During lab classes and clinical practicum it is required that students wear hair either in a pony tail, pinned up/back, or in a short hair-do. Students must also have hair pulled back from their eyes to ensure proper vision of treatment field.

∆ Each student will be identified by a DACC Dental Assisting Student patch sewn on the left sleeve and a name tag identifying them as a DACC Dental Assisting Student.

◊ Students will be counseled on proper dress and appearance as necessary. Students are required to wear scrubs to class, labs, and practicum rotation day.

◊ Students reporting to class or clinical assignments with other visible or unnatural markings (black eyes, open sores/scabs, bruises, extreme makeup, fake fingernails, piercings, gages, unnatural hair color/style, etc)

◊ Any student with apparent- visible HICKEYS will be sent home!!! ◊ Clothing that is designed to be worn underneath other clothes (such

as underwear, bras, panties, boxer shorts, thong underwear, swim suit tops/bottoms, etc.) are not to visible when wearing scrubs. Low cut tank tops, skinny strap tops, shirts, sweaters, jeans, etc. are not to be worn. Basically there is to be no other skin showing that is not normally seen when an individual is wearing scrub tops and pants properly. Scrub pants are to be worn at the waistline and will not sag or have the waistline rolled down.

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12. Students are held to a high standard of professionalism, professional ethics, and respect that is of mutual existence between students and faculty as well as student to student, student to clinical site personnel, and student to patient relations. Any violation of college guidelines (NMSU or DACC Student Handbook Policies) or program standards are reason to dismiss the student from the program. Depending on the severity of the incident the student will be subject to non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). Due to the nature of this program it is absolutely imperative that each student demonstrate and maintain a professional demeanor and high level of respect and demonstrate teamwork during classroom, laboratory, and clinical rotation. 13. Practicum sessions If any student does not demonstrate the capabilities necessary to fully participate in clinical practicums it may be warranted that the student not be assigned to clinical practicums and may be subject to consequences for non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). IF any student is deemed to have demonstrated a disrespectful, unprofessional, or otherwise undesirable behavior during clinical practicums the student is subject to non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). Students that have to be removed from a clinical site for any reason are subject to consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) . Students that fail to show progression in any clinical assisting skill will be placed immediately on a student improvement plan for what is deemed a reasonable time limit, and then the student will be re-evaluated. If at that time the student is still incapable of mastering the skill they may be subject to non-compliance of standards of conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook). Students that do not demonstrate appropriate enthusiasm, skill, motivation, and knowledge during ANY portion of the program are subject to being placed on a student improvement plan or are subject to consequences as stated in the Health Science Division Handbook.

∆ Each student is required to accumulate at least 320 clinical rotation hours. If a student reaches this level prior to the last day of class that student will still be required to attend clinical rotations until the program is completed however, the clinical hours may be adjusted to a lesser amount of hours per week. The student must still attend clinical practicums and class due to the nature of the clinical experiences and program requirements. This lesser amount of hours will be scheduled based on program requirements, clinical site requirements, and a mutual signed agreement between the student, clinical site, clinical coordinator, and program director.

∆ Once minimum required time to attend clinical sites (after reaching 320

hours) is reached then students will be still required to attend two 4 hour days—this will be determined by the Clinical Coordinator, Program Director, student, and the clinical site.

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∆ Additional clinical hours or days may also be agreed upon. This will be based on the clinical site hours and needs as well as having a signed clinical agreement to be placed in the student’s permanent file.

∆ Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early to “go to work”- this is

an unexcused absence and will be viewed as dereliction of duty which may result being subject to non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook Similarly, students are expected to arrange daycare for their child that meets these same requirements. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early (or be late to arrive at a site) due to daycare schedules.

14. Students that have been previously enrolled in the dental assisting program or students that have been previously admitted to any other Health and Public Services Division program (special admittance or not) are subject to the following:

A – They must receive a letter of recommendation from the previously “admitted to” program director stating that the student left said program in “good academic and disciplinary standings and would be considered for reapplication/readmission for that same program.” If the student was previously a dental assisting student the director will draft a memo to be included in the application packet as to the reason why the student was dismissed from the program and

B – The student must have at least a minimum cumulative and/or previous

program GPA of “B” (3.0), (*Note this policy changed during Spring 2013) or better to be considered for admittance/re-admittance. ∆ If a student is reapplying for re-admittance to the dental assisting program

this does not consider adjusted credit options. There must also be significant detailed documentation submitted by the student to support the reasons why he/she did not complete the program and is applying again. (i.e.–doctor’s letter of explanation/clearance if for medical reasons, letter from student stating specific reasons for academic failure and their personal plan to address and prevent such failure in the future, etc.) At least two letters of recommendation must also be included: at least one from a local dentist, hygienist, or dental assistant and one from another source - previous employer, college instructor, or program faculty member.

∆ If a student is dismissed or willingly leaves the dental assisting program at

any time during the course of the program he/she must re-apply and be re-accepted to the ENTIRE program. The student will not be accepted “back into the class(es)” he/she failed, dropped, quit attending, or withdrew from. If a student is dismissed from the program they may not re-apply for acceptance for a period of at least 3 (three) consecutive years (the student will not be reaccepted until at least 3 calendar years have passed).

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∆ IF a student fails the clinical portion of the program (class or practicum) they will fail the program unless the student meets the requirements for receiving an “I” grade per college policy as stated in the DACC student handbook. However, it is not possible for the student to finish their semester until the following Fall semester due to course sequencing and clinical practicum agreements with clinical sites.

∆ If a student is dropped from enrollment due to non-payment of tuition- the student will NOT be allowed to attend class/clinic until they have met the NMSU/DACC payment requirements and can provide the program director of proof of re-enrollment. The time lost is counted as unexcused and will not be added to student attendance points. All work/homework/quizzes/tests, etc. missed will not be able to be made up

∆ Female students are HIGHLY encouraged to declare a pregnancy should one occur during the course of the program. The student will be asked to sign a document indicating of her choice to remain in the program or to withdraw. The following information is also presented for consideration:

The pregnancy policy closely adheres to the Basic Radiation Protection Criteria recommended by the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP). The NCRP recommends a monthly equivalent dose (EqD) limit not exceeding 0.5 mSv (50 mrem) per month to the embryo-fetus and a limit during the entire pregnancy not to exceed 5.0 mSv (500 mrem) after declaration of the pregnancy. It is recommended that the female student avoid pregnancy during the training period for the safety of the unborn child. However, if a student does become pregnant, it is recommended that she inform (in writing) the program director immediately after the pregnancy is confirmed. (NOTE: Disclosure is voluntary). She is expected to and allowed to work in her assigned area as long as her physician permits. Specific instructions regarding radiation safety practices and additional radiation monitoring will be provided. No changes in her rotational schedule will be made. The student will be required to abide by the attendance policy as outlined in the DACC–NMSU Student Handbook. The student must be able to progress in her educational experiences, both clinical and academic. During an individual counseling session with the Program Director, the student will be provided with educational material about being pregnant while being a radiologic technology student. The student, her physician, the Program Director, and the clinical coordinator will provide input into the decision process. Information regarding a student leaving the program due to pregnancy will be held in the strictest confidence

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15. SOCIAL MEDIA Social Media includes public websites such as Facebook, YouTube, My Space, LinkedIn, Twitter and many others. New social networking websites allowing/encouraging online collaboration and/or commentary are being added each day. This policy covers all existing and future social networking media. Students should also use the ANA’s Principles for Social Networking as an underlying guide. When You Engage In Social Media as A DACC Dental Assisting Program Student: You must consider that these sites will be viewed by others. These individuals could be future employers, former patients, faculty, members of regulatory agencies or members of the media. Any communication placed on these sites is considered public and may be used in legal proceedings. While student’s have the opportunity to stay connected and discuss the things they care about, students shall not utilize these avenues to post program related information without prior written consent of the program. At all times, student’s will be aware that, “Online content and behavior has the potential to enhance or undermine not only the individual student’s career, but the Dental Assisting Profession (ANA, 2011).” If you participate in social media, these are the guiding principles of the Dental Assisting Program:

∆ When you engage in comments or discussions about the Dental Assisting Program, use the Canvas site or other official sites (e.g., Dental Assisting Program Facebook account). To avoid potential issues, do not engage in comments or discussions about the Dental Assisting Program on other websites.

∆ Stick to your area of expertise and provide unique, individual perspectives on

what’s going on at the Dental Assisting Program and in the world.

∆ Post meaningful, respectful comments—in other words, no spam and no remarks that are off-topic or offensive.

∆ Always pause and think before posting – is this something you would say in

person or to a mixed audience? That said, reply to comments in a timely manner, when a response is appropriate.

∆ Privacy is of utmost concern. Do not share anything that can identify a

clinical patient or otherwise constitutes disclosure of personal information of any of the Dental Assisting Program’s faculty, staff, or students. Alert the Dental Assisting Program Director if you see information posted by others, including faculty, staff, or students themselves, that is confidential. It is up to the Program Director or DACC media department to make public announcements or disclosures related to internal decisions, processes or program status. Some information that is shared with students is confidential or must be reported utilizing specific processes. Remember that

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information you share, reflects on you as a student within this program and as a future employee.

∆ When disagreeing with others’ opinions, keep it appropriate and polite.

∆ Know and follow the Dental Assisting Program’s Conduct Policy (5&12) and

HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. Do not post pictures or images of program faculty, staff, or students without written authorization. Never post pictures of patients or their families. Think about your professional image before posting pictures of yourself in your uniform on any social media site. These areas may be viewed by future or current employers.

Rules of Engagement

∆ Your Responsibility: What you write is ultimately your responsibility. Participation in social media networking on behalf of the Dental Assisting Program is not a right but an opportunity, so please treat it seriously and with respect. Failure to abide by these policies and the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules could put your standing in the Dental Assisting Program at risk. Please also follow the terms and conditions for any third-party sites.

∆ Be a Leader: There can be a fine line between healthy debate and incendiary reaction. Do not denigrate faculty, staff or other students of the Dental Assisting Program and do not engage with others who have done so. Nor do you need to respond to every criticism or barb. Try to frame what you write to invite differing points of view without inflaming others. Some topics—like politics or religion—slide more easily into sensitive territory. So be careful and considerate. Once the words are out there, you can’t really get them back. Once an inflammatory discussion gets going, it’s hard to stop.

∆ Did You Make a Mistake? If you make a mistake, admit it. Be upfront and be quick with your correction. If you’re posting to a blog, you may choose to modify an earlier post—just make it clear that you have done so.

∆ If it Gives You Pause, Pause: If you’re about to publish something that makes you even the slightest bit uncomfortable, don’t shrug it off and hit ‘send.’ Take a minute to review these guidelines and try to figure out what’s bothering you, then fix it. If you’re still unsure, you might want to discuss it with the Dental Assisting Program Director. Ultimately, what you publish is yours—as is the responsibility. So be sure.

∆ Professionalism applies to all aspects of the DA program and is expected from students as well as faculty.

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Invitation to self-disclose a disability Students with disabilities - - If you have or believe you have a disability, you may wish to self-identify. Toy may do so by providing documentation to the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) in Room 117, phone 575-527-7648, TDD 575- 527-7647. Appropriate accommodations may then be provided for you. If you have a condition which may affect your ability to exit the premises in an emergency or a condition that may cause an emergency during class you are encouraged to discuss this confidence with the instructor and or Services for Students with Disabilities Counselor. If you have general questions about the American with Disabilities ACT please call the ADA Coordinator at 575-527-7545.

DACC Statement for Program Handbooks Cases of academic or non-academic misconduct will be administered in accordance with the DACC Student Code of Conduct. As such, a student found responsible or guilty of violating the Student Code of Conduct by the appropriate hearing officer will be subject to an institutional sanction. In addition to an institutional sanction, the Dental Assisting Program may administer additional program sanctions consistent with the Dental Assisting Program handbook. Violations of program policies or rules not covered by the DACC Student Code of Conduct will be solely administered by the Dental Assisting Program in accordance with the DACC Academic Discipline Process. In the case of student misconduct and/or program violations, a student may appeal any decision utilizing the appropriate appeal process in accordance with the DACC Student Code of Conduct.

DACC Student Code of Conduct Disruptive behavior in the classroom is considered to be non-academic misconduct and is covered under Article IV, Section B, Paragraph 2. All academic and non-academic misconduct will be reported and dealt with in accordance with the DACC Student Code of Conduct Selective Admissions Programs (Nursing, Respiratory Care, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Radiologic Technology, Health Care Assistant, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and EMS/Paramedic) In addition to the DACC Student Code of Conduct, a student enrolled in the Selective Admissions Programs is subject to additional and/or separate disciplinary proceedings and sanctions administered by the program for any violations of policies or rules set forth in the most current handbook of the respective program. The DACC Dental Clinic manual and Health Sciences Student handbook are considered addendums for this handbook

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GRADING POLICIES Grading Policies are addressed on each course syllabi. They are based on a total point system or a weighted scale at the instructor’s prerogative. This is required to be disclosed on the first day of class by the instructor. There is a scoring rubric that will be utilized for all written and oral assignments. Students will be provided one written mid-semester progress report for each class within the program. It is required that all homework/assignments be turned in when due otherwise there is a point deduction applied.

∆ This policy is further explained on all course syllabi. All homework or tests turned in after the due date will incur a 10% penalty per day (including weekends) that the work is late. The 10% is deducted from the grade earned by the students work. (Example: homework assignment worth 100 points, students earns 75 points, 7.5 points will be deducted after the first day late, 15 points will be deducted after the second day late, etc.)

◊ If the homework is turned in one week or more after it is due it will not be accepted. (SEE CLASS SYLLABUS FOR MORE INFO)

∆ Academic dishonesty/cheating/plagiarism will not be tolerated! If a

student is caught they will be dismissed from that class as well that particular quiz, test, paper, assignment will not receive credit, not even partial credit. This may also be reason to refer to non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook)

∆ If a student is struggling with course content there will be a student improvement plan drawn up that is agreeable for both the faculty involved and the student to enable and encourage that student to meet the standards set for successfully passing the course or program.

◊ If at any time a student feels they are falling behind they are encouraged to seek tutoring from the program faculty.

∆ Students are provided a written midterm grade and are strongly encouraged to ask what their current grade is at any time during the course of the program. (these grades may not be readily available, it may take the instructor a day or so to calculate) Current grades and/or midterm grades may not always be indicative of final grades--- pass or fail.

◊ If a student wishes to be informed of their grade at any other time they are encouraged to see their class instructor to obtain their current (at that time) grade at any point of the semester. Students are also provided with an assignment tracking record from which they can figure their own grade approximation at any time.

◊ If a student is informed at any point in the program that they are in danger of failing a course (76% or less, “F”) in the program they may be offered extra credit. However, the highest grade they will be able to achieve is a “C” there may be an additional requirements such as taking a written or verbal exam in order to receive a passing grade. It

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is the student’s responsibility to demonstrate an understanding of this material in order to pass the course/program.

DAS GRADING SCALE AND POLICIES 100 – 93% A 92 -85% B 84 -77% C 76 % or below F 76% OR BELOW CONSTITUTES A FAILING GRADE FOR THE DAS PROGRAM The DAS Program does not follow same the grading scale as other DACC Classes/Programs. All grades that fall into a percentage between the above numbers will be raised or lowered (+/-) depending upon class preparation,participation and attendance to the closest corresponding grade point.

∆ Preparationis defined/assigned points as: Student preparation for class ◊ Is student ready to discuss the assigned reading on the day assigned?

Does student indicate preparation by consistently passing pre-lecture tests/quizzes? Does student indicate desire to be in class or lab? Does student ask for help? Does student actively participate in class discussions? Does student routinely arrive to class on time? Does student call instructor when anticipating absence or tardiness? Along with other factors that indicate student’s desire to achieve and be successful as a dental assistant.

∆ Students are held solely and individually responsible for any announcements

of class or syllabi changes and materials given out during class. ATTENDANCE Attendance is taken in each class, all instructors apply or deduct points for attendance and tardiness, this policy is explained on each class syllabi. Regular attendance is expected and required in order to maintain proficiency, a through understanding, and mastering of the program material. A student may obtain only 2 absences each semester (excused or unexcused) during each of the Fall, Spring or Summer semesters.

∆ If the student’s absences hinder the progress of the student they are subject to be dropped from the program. Any student that misses 2 or more clinical practicum rotation days (from Jan –July) will be considered for program dismissal due to the nature of the absence. Unexcused absences will be grounds for non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook

∆ It is the sole responsibility of the student to obtain any missed material from class. Any class/clinical time that is missed may not be made up in terms

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of point value for attendance. Homework assignments must be turned in as soon as possible to receive credit.

◊ IF AN ABSENCE IS EXCUSED THERE ARE ZERO POINTS VALUE GIVEN FOR NON ATTENDANCE. Missed quizzes may not be made up and examinations may be re-scheduled only with a viable-certifiable excuse (i.e. Dr’s excuse, death certificate, etc) if presented within a timely manner, or if arrangements are made ahead of time to be taken as soon as the next scheduled class period! Students that need to complete or turn in make-up work are highly encouraged do so the next class period/day after the one they have missed or there is a 10% or 10 points late penalty applied per day *(including weekends) until the work is one week late and will not be accepted. The 10% is counted from the total grade accrued by the students work.

Attendance at clinical sites is mandatory! If a student misses 2 consecutive clinical/classroom days (during semesters that contain both classroom and clinical practicum days) they are subject to consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) . *Unexcused absences are defined as those that the instructors are not informed of ahead of time (i.e. student does not attend class or clinical site rotation and does not telephone site or clinical coordinator; student does not inform instructor that he/she will be absent, etc.) unless these absences circumstances are out of the student’s control such as car accidents, family deaths, etc.

∆ Student’s may not “take their birthdays off” students are required and expected to attend all clinical days unless there are circumstances beyond their control.

∆ Any student missing a clinical day (whether excused or unexcused) *will not receive: their clinical hours for that day, points or credit that would normally be awarded for attending clinical, nor will they receive credit for any journal entries from these days missed.

∆ Clinical hours may be made up on “non-clinical days” however journal entries and points associated with the entries may not be made up.

∆ Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early to “go to work”- this is an unexcused absence and will be viewed as dereliction of duty which may result in non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook)

Procedures, telephone contact numbers, and applicable pager numbers for notifying clinical sites, instructors, and Program Director in the event of an emergency during clinical practicum are outlined on the respective syllabi and are posted on the lab bulletin board. If an Instructor is to be unexpectedly absent from a class they will attempt to post a group email not later than 7:00 a.m. the day of the absence. There will also be a notice posted on the classroom/lab door indicating the class to be cancelled—this will be posted as soon as possible upon notification of the absence and may or may not be before the class start time accordingly. *The decision of the instructor of the class that has been missed. Each instructor policy is different – See Class Syllabi for more information.

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CELL PHONE USE: CELL PHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLINIC! Turn off your cell phones during class—do not leave on vibrate mode – your attendance points will be deducted if your cell phone rings or vibrates and does not meet the following criteria:

1- You have informed your instructor that you are: 1- an EMT/Paramedic and are on call, (this will be verified through your service), 2- parent of a young child that was ill the morning of class or 3- caretaker for an ill or elderly individual and you may be called for an emergency.

2- If you are anticipating such a call you must inform your instructor first then you may place your phone on vibrate mode and set it on the table next to you, if you are receive such a call you MUST step outside the classroom to take (answer) the call.

3- You are the Historian for DASA. 4- Your classroom instructor has informed you that they will be required for a

standing lesson 5- Otherwise please put your cell phones in your locker before the start of class!

**UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED Withdrawal policy: (also see DACC Student Handbook) You may withdraw from the program with a “W” before the official withdrawal date (see important dates in class syllabi) You may completely withdraw from the college anytime prior to 21 days before the end of a Fall or Spring semester. You must initiate this process with the Registration office at DACC Rm. 115, a grade of “W” will be assigned to each course officially withdrawn from. Students who fail to formally withdraw may receive failing grades for all courses, in addition being liable for all tuition and fees applicable. Students are highly encouraged to withdraw from the DAS program prior to the “W” deadline for grades not held to a “C” or better, anticipated attendance problems, or for any other reason a student anticipates they will not be able to finish in a successful manner. Students that do not follow program policies, maintain required grades, demonstrate failure to progress, are consistently tardy or absent, demonstrate poor attitudes, or simply do not demonstrate desire to achieve may be administratively dropped. Students that are referred for disciplinary problems may also be administratively withdrawn from the program.

TESTING Tests may cover all materials covered in class, not covered in class (reading assignments) guest speaker presentation, class discussion, handouts, audio-visual, or computer aided assignments.

∆ Study guides may or may not be given before tests are rendered as well in class reviews may or may not be provided for depending on the nature of the material.

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advance where as quizzes may be given at random times without announcement and at any time during the class.

∆ Test and quiz dates are subject to change, this change will be verbally announced in class as well as posted in the white board at the front of the classroom.

∆ The DAS program also utilizes Instructure Canvas for enhancement of course materials and as a reference for students- assignment, announcement, test, quizzes, discussions, etc. will be found on the Canvas website! The Canvas schedule is also subject to change! Please be aware each student is held solely responsible for accessing the Canvas portion of each course as required per the course syllabus.

CLINICAL PRACTICUMS (THE DACC Dental Clinic manual is considered an addendum for this handbook) Clinical practicums by definition are the times a student is scheduled to attend class sessions outside of the dental classroom or dental laboratory. These “classes” are scheduled for rotations on a semester by semester basis and are held in various dental offices around the local area. Designated locations function under the supervision of the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and are governed by New Mexico Board of Dental Health State regulations regarding duties or practices allowed within the scope for a dental assistant both certified and not certified.

∆ Attendance at your clinical site is MANDATORY!! If an absence is

absolutely necessary and totally unavoidable the student must immediately notify both the Clinical Site and the Clinical Coordinator. ◊ If the Clinical Coordinator is not available the student is to leave a

voice mail message at 527-7709, Clinical Coordinator voice mail. These messages are date and time stamped so this message will be a matter of record and points will be deducted accordingly.

∆ This absence will be verified through the clinical site. Students are ultimately held responsible for ensuring the clinical site was notified as soon as possible of the absence. Failure to notify the clinical site of an absence will result in the downgrading of the student by one letter grade for each absence (i.e. an A would be reduced to a B etc.) no show, no call situation.

If the student chronically misses or is tardy to their assigned site there may be consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) ∆

Student’s may not “take their birthdays, anniversaries, children’ birthdays, or any other “family or non family birthday” off” students are required and expected to attend all clinical days unless there are circumstances beyond their control. Any student missing a clinical day *(whether excused or unexcused) will not receive: their clinical hours for that day, points or credit that would normally be awarded for attending clinical, nor will they receive credit for any journal entries from these days missed. Clinical hours may be made up on “non-clinical

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days” however journal entries and points associated with the entries may not be made up.

*The decision of the instructor of the class that has been missed. Each instructor policy is different – See Class Syllabi for more information.

RESTATED FOR EMPHASIS- Attendance Protocol Students that will be absent from a clinical site MUST:

1. Call 527-7709 to speak to the Clinical Coordinator or leave a voice mail

message informing them of this absence. Messages are time and date stamped.

2. Call their Clinical Site Point of Contact/Preceptor and also inform them of the student absence.

CALL BOTH INDIVIDUALS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE CLINICAL DAY!! Missed clinical time MUST be made up.

∆ Arrangements for this are the responsibility of the student; the student must then inform the Clinical Coordinator/Program Director so that the proper annotations can be made in the even of a patient or student injury during this regularly unscheduled time.

∆ Students unable or unwilling to make up this time will fail to meet the program objectives, hours, and standards for certification required by a combination of both Accreditation Commission and the DACC Dental Assisting Program. It will then become the Program Director’s prerogative whether to allow the student to receive an incomplete or non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) This decision will be based on: the initial reason clinical practicum was missed, the reasons the time cannot be made up, the student current standing/grades within the program, students attitude toward program, professional manner in which the student addresses program completion.

∆ Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early to “go to work”- this is an unexcused absence and will be viewed as dereliction of duty which may result in non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook)Similarly, students are expected to arrange daycare for their child that meets these same requirements. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early (or be late to arrive at a site) due to daycare schedules.

Malingering will not be tolerated; any absence due to illness will require a Dr’s excuse or it will be counted as unexcused.

DACC Dental Programs Partnership The Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs will share the educational facilities and faculty will be working to develop a variety of opportunities for students and faculty in both Programs to work and learn together. It is important for everyone to develop an understanding of both professions and learn about their potential contributions to the overall practice of dentistry.

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The goal is to develop a true sense of teamwork, based on mutual respect for the unique and common characteristics of each profession and the special attributes of every individual involved. This will help students transition to clinical practice where the importance of each profession and each professional can be truly appreciated. It is expected that students and faculty will develop a collegial and supportive environment for learning and working. Effective communication and teamwork are essential. One factor that will help the community recognize the importance of both professions will be to always refer to the DACC clinical facility as “the Dental Clinic” – not “the Dental Hygiene clinic” or “the Dental Assisting Clinic”. Faculty will work to develop opportunities outside of the professional educational curricula where students from both programs can participate. For example, students will work together at health fairs, community service projects or in fund raising activities which may be used to support professional development. If you have ideas about how to help bond the two programs please contribute your suggestions. ETIQUETTE Students will address all dental program faculty as Professor, Mr., and Mrs. Or Miss (as appropriate): Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Faculty and Staff Professor McCaslin, Dental Assisting Program Director Mrs. Miller, Dental Assisting Clinical Coordinator Mr. Gonzalez, Dental Hygiene Program Director Mrs. Lefebvre, Sr Dental Hygiene Faculty Miss Olona, Dental Clinic Assistant Mrs. Guzman, Dental Clinic Administrative Assistant Mrs. Garcia, PT Dental Assisting Faculty

∆ For Dental Clinic policies and procedures see the Dental Clinic Policy Manual, students may find a copy in the Dental Clinic, or may ask any dental faculty to review.

The DACC Dental Clinic manual is considered an addendum for this handbook

CLINICAL PRACTICUM POLICIES Students may be required to attend an orientation for each clinical site they are assigned to during the course of their practicum. There may be exceptions to this rule due to scheduling. Students are responsible for knowing and abiding by the high standards of patient care that have been explained in class, during, practicum rotations, and those covered by State and Federal agencies. Students in violation of

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any of these philosophies and standards are subject to non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook) If a student has a problem with any clinical site assignment you must notify the Clinical Coordinator or Program Director Immediately. Students are expected to arrive at their respective site ready to participate in patient care. Inadequately prepared students will be sent home, it will counted as an unexcused absence and they will have to make arrangements with both the site and Program Director for a time which can be considered a “make-up” day for hours. Immunizations Students are required to provide proof of immunizations before being assigned a clinical site to include: Tuberculin skin test (PPD), Diptheria, Tetnus (TD) (within last 10 years), Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (within last 20 years), Hep B (or have signed waiver of declination on file), Hep A (or have signed waiver of declination on file) some sites require the student to provide proof of immunizations and Current CPR cards prior to beginning their clinical practicum rotation to the Human Resource Department. All immunizations must be current and remain current until program completion. This will be addressed depending on the site rules and regulations and the clinical sites assigned. The following sheet can be used to receive or record vaccinations.

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Student Safety/Safety Policies/Forms Dona Ana Community College

Immunization/Health Form Dental Assisting Program

DACC Date___________________

Name__________________________ Phone________________ Address___________________________ DOB_______________ ___________________________ City/State/ZIP_________________________ I authorize my physician to release the medical information to the individual listed below as deemed necessary for completion of the Dental Assisting Program in Accordance with HIPAA Regulations. __________________________________________ THIS SECTION IS TO BE COMPLETED BY PHYSICIAN OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IMMUNIZATIONS DATE RECEIVED RESULTS MMR PPD* (must be within calendar of program acceptance/enrollment) *If PPD is positive a copy of the radiological report must accompany this form to document there is no active disease process or prophylactic therapy is being administered (Please also indicate antigen panel date and effect) Measles/Mumps TD Booster HPV Varcellia Hep B Series Dates A/B Twin Hep A Signature of Health Care Provider_____________________________DATE_________

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Attendance (Clinical Practicums) Attendance at clinical sites is mandatory!! Failure to meet the minimum number of hours required by the DAS program will result in automatic failure. Absolutely unavoidable absences have already been discussed in the event of an emergency. Tardiness will not be accepted and students who arrive late or are chronically late are subject to consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook)

∆ The same policy addresses the student departing their clinical site earlier than the other office staff. It is expected that students will “work” a full day at each site, exceptions are taken into consideration if the office opens later than the normal standard or if they have certain days they close for meetings, professional development, cleaning/stocking etc. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early to “go to work”- this is an unexcused absence and will be viewed as dereliction of duty which may result in consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook). Similarly students are expected to arrange daycare for their child that meets these same requirements. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early (or be late to arrive at a site) due to daycare schedules. It is the students responsibility to ensure they have dependable transportation to clinical sites (as well as to class)

∆ Some clinical sites are located at a distance and are not assigned for convenience or desirability of the student.* See page 29 for more information on this policy.

∆ Two (2) tardies are counted as one (1) absence Absences must be made up. Multiple absences that may result in the requested removal of the student from a site is in itself ground consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook) for If the student is evaluated to be incompetent in their skills due to these absences the student will be subject to consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook) If a student reports to their site and appears to have an obvious health concern that could negatively influence their performance and/or the health of patients or staff will be sent home, the information will be documented, and the student will be required to make up this time missed. If any student is or becomes afflicted with a long term health care concern or condition that will interfere or prohibit their participation in patient care it will be required that they obtain a physician’s evaluation and written excuse as to the length of the condition “get well date” restrictions for the student involving patient care, and any certain accommodations that may be required during the period of illness or healing. Based on this information it will be deemed that the student may or may not continue the clinical phase of the program and may be subject to non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct (Refer to: Health Sciences Division Handbook

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∆ Students that suspect they are or become pregnant during any portion of the program must inform the Program Director Immediately. These students will also be required to have a written clearance from their Dr. in order to participate in both the classroom and clinical instructions portions of the program, due to the possibility of chemical exposure and the hazards that may arise. Pregnant students will not be treated any differently than non-pregnant students for Radiology Class. Please see Student Health and Safety Guidelines.

Any student that reports to their clinical site and appears to be under the influence of chemical substances, legal or illegal will be asked to go home for that day and depending on the circumstances (legal or illegal) further action may be taken consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook). Please refer to the substance abuse policy found in the DACC Student Handbook. Each student is required to keep a clinical notebook during clinical practicum semesters (contents will vary from semester to semester and student to student) but at a minimum will contain: a log of hours accumulated and verified by the clinical supervisor, a daily journal (service learning) of activities from the site and the students personal entries on such, a section for professional development, film competency, community involvement/leadership, and other (resume, certificates earned or received, awards, etc.) These sections will be tabbed and used according to the respective syllabi instructions. Clinical skills evaluation is conducted in an ongoing manner. The Clinical Coordinator or Program Director will visit the clinical sites on a periodic basis at least once per week or will contact that site by telephone. The students will be evaluated orally by the supervising dentist, hygienist, or assistant on a weekly basis. These comments will be recorded on the Clinical documentation sheet for each student maintained by the Clinical Coordinator. At least one per month there will be a written evaluation given to the student from their supervising entity that is to be placed in the students’ file found in the Program Director’s office. These site evaluations will be preceded by the student performing a self evaluation that is to be placed in the clinical notebook.

∆ Specialty rotations are 1-3 weeks in length and due to the short nature of these rotations students MUST ensure they report to these sites respectively on time and ready to participate. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early to “go to work”- this is an unexcused absence and will be viewed as dereliction of duty which may result in consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook)n Similarly students are expected to arrange daycare for their child that meets these same requirements. Students are not excused to leave a clinical site early (or be late to arrive at a site) due to daycare schedules.

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The DACC Dental Clinic manual and Health Sciences Student handbook are considered addendums for this handbook Uniform Requirements Students are required to wear their scrubs, name tags, and program patches (Sewn on L shoulder) to each clinical site every day they are assigned to be present. Some offices may request that “street clothing” be worn into the office and then have the student/staff change into scrubs, these policies will be adhered to if applicable. The uniform (scrubs) will also be worn to class, lab, clinical days, and/or other events as specified. Scrubs are not to be worn at any other time. All students are to follow the rules of good hygiene and cleanliness, be well groomed, and dressed appropriately during all classes, community functions, and clinical experiences. If students are allowed to wear “street clothes” to class they must assure these clothes are office appropriate attire- shorts, spaghetti straps, low cut blouses, see thru clothing, undergarments worn as outer wear, midriff style tops, torn jeans, off the shoulder style tops, etc.………………..ARE NOT ALLOWED. Faculty will reserve the right to send the student home to change, attendance points will not be given in this situation. Radiation Protection We will provide our “dummies” and later on live patients a lead apron with a thyroid collar that is stored on a hanger just outside the entrance to the x-ray room. This apron is not nor will it be folded at any time. We will also have posted a copy of the Environment Department NOTICE TO EMPLOYEES FOR PROTECTION AGAINST RADIATION. As well as the more commonly seen red and yellow warning labels that signify the area has potential radiation exposure. Hallway traffic will not be allowed during actual exposure time. This will be controlled by pairing the students while one student is exposing films the other is to monitor traffic.

∆ Surveys. All of our machines have recently been surveyed by the State of New Mexico Environmental Department and are resurveyed every three years. The Office of Environmental Safety- NMSU also conducts an annual safety survey yearly to ensure proper guidelines are being followed..

∆ Monitoring. All students and faculty will wear dosimetry-monitoring badges during any operation of radiology machines. These badges are provided at no cost to the student and are monitored by Mirion. These badges are mailed-in for monitoring on a quarterly basis. Results are available in the Program Directors office.

◊ Pregnancy Any dental assisting student who is pregnant or discovers she is pregnant may voluntarily declare her pregnancy and the estimated date of conception (delivery) in writing to the Program Director. Thereafter, her occupational radiation exposure shall be limited to 500 millirems as required by the NRC (National Regulatory Commission.) there are no exceptions given/made for students

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declaring pregnancies than there are those who are not aware of their pregnancy. Pregnant students may request an additional fetal dosimetry monitor due use during their pregnancy at no cost to the student.

◊ It is the sole decision of the pregnant student as to whether she will continue with the program and expose radiographs or chose to drop herself from the program due to pregnancy. Any pregnant student is encouraged to discuss this matter with her program director and physician for further clarification.

∆ ALL students are issued dosimetry badges for wear during radiation producing activities, these badges are also mandatory to be taken to clinical rotations in order to monitor the student during radiographic procedures at their clinical sites.

∆ The student must return the badge at the end of each semester in order to receive a passing grade of they will fail their practicum. Students will “sign out” these badges and acknowledge the replacement cost of $25 each, Money Order or check needs to be paid to Mirion Technologies when the Quarterly Badge Exchange is sent in for the radiation reading.

Pregnancy Policy (per NMSU Radiation Safety) Pregnancy Policy

A number of studies suggest that during the first three months of gestation the embryo/fetus may be more sensitive to ionizing radiation than an adult is. The National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) recommends that the maximum permissible dose to the fetus from occupational exposure of the expectant mother should not exceed 500 millirems. This is approximately 1/10th of the maximum permissible occupational dose limit. There are no pre-clinical or clinical assignments in dental assisting that have been identified that would be considered likely to result in a dose to the fetus exceeding 500 millirems, provided that all other established radiation safety procedures are followed. Therefore, pregnant students are allowed to work in the same area and operate radiography equipment based on the following requirements: In the event that a dental assisting student becomes pregnant or is pregnant upon enrollment or during the course of the program the following procedures related to Radiography will apply: 1. The student shall submit in writing to the Program Director notification of a medically verified pregnancy (Note from a Doctor) It is the responsibility of the student to notify the Director as soon as possible in order to avoid any potential harm to the developing fetus. If this policy is not followed the program nor the college will assume any responsibility or liability for this potential harm to the fetus. 2. The student may choose to:

a. Withdraw from the radiography course (or entire program) due to the pregnancy which will result in no credit being awarded for work already completed during the course. Students may be considered for re-admission or reapplication

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(course only offered one time per year) based on space availability and student qualifications. Students may not register for further dental assisting classes (DAS) that are not open enrollment classes.

b. Remain in the course, providing written clearance from a physician allowing the student to take dental radiographs while wearing both a personal dosimetry badge and a fetal dosimetry badge (if the student so desires) and following all other established radiation safety procedures. Students are required to submit in writing their decision to withdraw from the course or to remain enrolled along with the other requirements listed above and below. 3. If a student remains in the course:

a. The student must submit all required paperwork to the program director within 10 (TEN) days of declaring pregnancy to include student statement of withdrawal or to remain enrolled along with the physician statement/permission that the student is allowed to remain a student and is physically capable of operating dental radiography equipment.

b. The student must demonstrate all competencies necessary for course completion the same as every student.

c. The student must also maintain regular attendance and adhere to all other policies for the program. Excessive absences or tardiness cannot be excused based on such pregnancy.

d. The student has been provided written information regarding the potential effects of dental radiography to the unborn fetus at student orientation as well as information learned during their radiology course(s).

Additional information may be obtained regarding pregnancy and radiation exposure at:

http://www.ncrponline.org/

Students are required to submit in writing their decision to withdraw from the course or to remain enrolled along with the other requirements listed above and below.

1. If a student remains in the course: a. The student must submit all required paperwork to the

program director within 10 (TEN) days of declaring pregnancy to include student statement of withdrawal or to remain enrolled along with the physician statement/permission that the student is allowed to work in, operate radiography equipment and frequent radiation areas.

b. The student must demonstrate all competencies necessary for course completion the same as every student.

c. The student must also maintain regular attendance and adhere to all other policies for the program. Excessive absences or tardiness cannot be excused based on such pregnancy.

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Additional Information for Radiation Certification: The training of radiation safety is of valued importance to the State of New Mexico Dental Board and it is required that annual training be accomplished in this area. All faculty are required to attend initial training or refresher training when applicable. Radiation safety is also a major topic in the classroom and laboratory environment. Students receive over 100 hours of both didactic and practical training to ensure that safety measures are understood and followed. All students enrolled in the dental assisting program are highly encouraged take the DANB Radiation Health and Safety portion of the CDA Examination and apply to the NMBODHC for their State Certification in Radiology NO LATER THAN the beginning of their clinical rotation. This is due to the fact that many offices require an assistant to be radiology certified before hiring and also allows the student the clinical practicum time to “practice” refining their proficiency in taking, processing, and mounting of radiographs on/for live patients. The NMBODHC allows dental assisting students the opportunity to expose live patients while they are an active student enrolled in an accredited program. All students are required to gain experience exposing radiographs on live patients during their clinical rotations. Students will be supervised by program faculty during this period on a scheduled basis. The cost of the DANB RHS and State Certification are the students’ expense. All students are informed of this when they are provided program registration materials and also during their orientations the December prior to the start of the program. Students are again informed of this responsibility numerous times during DAS 115 Dental Radiology class in their first semester. THIS PROGRAM DOES NOT GUARANTEE STUDENTS WILL PASS THE DANB-RHS THROUGH COURSE ATTENDANCE OR COMPLETION Expected/Anticipated Outcomes for Clinical Experience At the beginning of the clinical experiences each student is provided with a current list of anticipated/expected outcomes. This checklist contains skills with which the student is expected to demonstrate during their initial exposure to the clinical site and those which the student is expected to demonstrate upon program completion. Students experiencing difficulty in mastering these skills are reported to the Clinical Coordinator and Program Director during the course of clinical site visits. If students do experience difficulty they are encouraged to use the open lab times at an arranged convenience of their instructors and the student. It is the student’s responsibility to make these arrangements and meeting the deadlines assigned for the task(s) at hand. *Students are responsible to provide their own transportation to their clinical site. Some clinical sites are located in Las Cruces, Anthony, Alamogordo, Dona Ana, Deming, and El Paso. If transportation to/from these areas is not feasible you must

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inform the Clinical Coordinator and Program Director as soon as possible after clinical rotations have been assigned it may or may not be possible to re-assign these sites. Lack of reliable transportation is not an acceptable excuse for tardiness or absence from clinical rotation days. Clinical sites are not assigned to student’s personal preference or location they are assigned randomly and are subject to change. WASTE DISPOSAL The potential waste product we will incur is the used fixer from our x-ray developer, lead foils, and sharps (needles, tips, scalpels, etc.), and amalgam scrap. We contract with a private company for silver recovery, biohazadrous waste disposal, and mercury reclamation as necessary.

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Dental Assisting Fall 2017, Spring/Summer 2018

Each and every student will be held responsible for the content and integrity of course material, homework submitted for grading, and for original works. The rules following may help guide your scholastic activities and ethics during the program. The list may be revised changed or updated without notice. These policies apply to face to face classes and Canvas sections of the program.

1. Exams, writing assignments, take home tests or quizzes, community or group projects must reflect student’s originality in both design and workmanship. Plagiarism will not be tolerated all written work must be properly cited or referenced if applicable.

2. Students are not allowed to make up quizzes when missed. Arrangements for missed examinations should be made in advance. Preplanning by the student is highly recommended.

3. Homework turned in late will be assessed a 10% penalty unless prior arrangements have been made. Any assignment that is over 1 week late will not be accepted.

4. Students are responsible for knowing and following all written and verbal instructions given by instructors. WHEN IN DOUBT…….ASK!! Failure to attend any class, lab, or clinical session in which a verbal or written assignment/instruction is given does not relieve the student of this responsibility.

5. Student must adhere to all course requirements (i.e. passing grades, professionalism, dress & appearance, including tattoos, etc.) in order to successfully complete the class and the program using the Dental Assisting Program Grading Scale.

6. Students will exhibit appropriate behavior both verbal and physical inside or outside of the classroom, during lab, and while attending clinical sites. Disruptive classroom behavior- inappropriate questions, extraneous discussions, arguing, sleeping, lewd comments, cell phone, or the interference of other students learning opportunities or safety will not be tolerated. Implied or direct threatening of another student or instructor is grounds for consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook)

7. Students will not knowingly violate these rules and are responsible for reporting any known violations to their instructor.

8. Students will not exceed the student scope of practice for dental assistants during any phase of the program.

9. Students will treat all faculty, clinical site personnel, and classmates with respect at all times. Do not spread rumors or gossip about any dental professional in or out of program, DACC, or clinical sites.

10. Any infraction of unprofessional action, attitude, language, behavior, etc. will be considered for removal of student from the program.

11. Any validated complaint from clinic site to request to remove student for any of the above or other reasons that may be deemed unprofessional, rude, discourteous, sarcastic, bad-mannered, etc. by program or college faculty/staff, clinical site supervisor, dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, reception person, lab tech, or any other dental team members may also be grounds for consequences for Non-Compliance of Standards of Conduct” (refer to Health Sciences Student Handbook)

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12. All students accepted into the DAS program will be expected to adhere to, abide by and sign acknowledgment for the above stated policies and other policies in the Dental Assisting Handbook, Syllabi, Dental Programs Clinic Manual, and DACC Student Handbook.

By signing below I acknowledge my thorough understanding of the DAS Student Handbook, program policies, and expected outcomes. I have read these policies and have had them explained by a DAS Faculty Member. I further understand that this handbook is considered to be a part of all course syllabi during the course of the Dental Assisting Program.

Student Signature Date DAS Faculty Signature Date

_________________________________________ ____________________________________________

*Students are also required to complete the student responsibility/Getting Started quiz located on IC prior to the start of each semester. This is a graded quiz.

The DACC Dental Clinic Manual and Health Sciences Student handbook are considered addendums for this handbook I have read, understand, and have signed my memorandum of understanding for the DAS program. I realize that there is no acknowledgement of a contract to continue in this program if I do not abide by the policies of the program or NMSU/DACC

Initials of student Date

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DONA ANA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM

Clinical Practicum--Expected Outcomes

Student Progression Checklist Spring and Summer I

UPON ENTERING THE PRACTICUM THE STUDENT IS EXPECTED TO BE ABLE TO RECOGNIZE/PERFORM THE FOLLOWING: DIAGNOSTIC AIDS: 1. Set up XCP for exposure (Students may now also expose patient radiographs as per NMSBODHC 16.5.33.8—See attached) YES NO 2. Process and Mount radiographs YES NO 3. Take and record vital signs YES NO 4. Assist with extraoral/intraoral examinations (student can recognize extra/intraoral anatomical structures) YES NO 5. Size impression tray/Mix Alginate/ “Take” diagnostic quality impression for study model YES NO PERFORM CLINICAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Recognize basic dental tray setup YES NO (mirror explorer, cotton forceps) 2. Recognize tray set up for restorative procedure (tray contents will vary at each site: mirror, explorer, cotton forceps, anes. syringe with max or man needle, am carrier, am plugger, asst’d carvers, burnishers, excavators, HP’s, articulating paper, RD set up etc.) YES NO 3. Prepare and dismiss patient: (Greet appropriately, drape, review health hx for meds or changes, dismiss appropriately) YES NO 4. Recognize need for rubber dam and assist with placement if necessary. YES NO

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5. Prepares topical anesthetic. YES NO 6. Assist with placement of fluoride treatments YES NO 7. Recognize and maintain treatment area YES NO 8. Clean and Sterilize Instruments— with guidance YES NO 9. Has student assisted with specialty procedures? If yes which ones? (Endo, perio, pros, pedo) YES NO Does student have basic awareness of instrument selection and transfer for the above mentioned specialty procedure? (Please be as specific as possible) YES NO 10. Does student demonstrate ability proper instrument transfer technique for four handed dentistry? YES NO If No please provide specific comments: 11. Does student demonstrate ability to position suction Appropriately? YES NO If NO please provide specific comments? 12. Does student appear to be enthusiastic about learning? YES NO COMMENTS: 13. Does student appear to be enthusiastic about dental assisting? YES NO COMMENTS:

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ASEPSIS INFECTION AND HAZARD CONTROL: 1.Disinfect and sterilize instruments—

WITHOUT SUPERVISION YES NO 2. Maintain treatment room supply levels—with guidance YES NO 3. Recognize hazardous waste-- recognize need to dispose of appropriately YES NO 4. Adhere to aseptic technique-follows Proper hand washing procedure and donning of PPE YES NO 5. Demonstrate understanding of infection control techniques and procedures YES NO 6. Demonstrates proper handling for contaminated instruments YES NO PERFORM EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: 1. Provide current CPR card YES NO 2. Demonstrates ability to recognize a compromised patient YES NO 3. Assist with emergency management of medical or dental if necessary YES NO 4. Recognizes importance of reviewing patient health history prior to patient appointment YES NO PROVIDE ORAL HEALTH INSTRUCTIONS: (TO PATIENTS) 1. Proper Brushing technique (to include proper brush) YES NO 2. Flossing Techniques (age or ability appropriate) YES NO 3. Mouth Rinse usage (including toothpaste/fluoride) YES NO

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4. Use of appropriate dental adjuncts YES NO 5. Customizes home care instructions for patients YES NO PERFORM LABORATORY PROCEDURES: 1. Pour and trim study models YES NO 2. Recognize different types of prosthetic appliances and their uses YES NO 3. Construct “rough” temporary or provisional restorations YES NO 4. Identify need for provisional restorations YES NO PERFORM BASIC BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURES: 1. Correctly and politely answer telephone YES NO 2. Recognize different types and lengths of appointments YES NO 3. Operate basic business equipment (computer, calculator, telephone, filing system, answering machine) YES NO

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UPON COMPLETION OF CLINICAL PRACTICUM THE STUDENT IS EXPECTED TO RECOGNIZE/ PERFORM THE FOLLOWING without assistance: DIAGNOSTIC AIDS: 1. Set up XCP for exposure, place film in patient mouth, press exposure button. YES NO 2. Process and Mount radiographs Correctly (within acceptable amount of time). In accordance with NMBODHC standards For diagnostic quality radiographs YES NO 3. Take and record vital signs, recognize irregularities and report to provider as required YES NO 4. Take and record medical and dental histories to include charting and data collection YES NO 5. Assist with extraoral/intraoral examination recognize symptomatic abnormalities, record appropriately on dental chart YES NO 6. Size impression tray, use wax to adjust if necessary (w/o assistance) YES NO 7. Mix alginate (appropriate amount) (w/o assistance) YES NO 8. Obtain diagnostic quality impression (w/o assistance) YES NO PERFORM CLINICAL SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

APPLY CURRENT CONCEPTS OF CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING 4 HANDED DENTISTRY

1. Demonstrate ability to accurately select and prepare materials necessary to complete procedure. (amalgam, composite, base/liner, anes, syringe w/correct anes. impr. material,etc.) YES NO 2. Prepare tray set up for restorative procedures: (tray contents will vary at each site: mirror, explorer, cotton forceps, anes. syringe with max or man needle, am carrier, am plugger, plastic instr., asst’d carvers, burnishers, excavators,

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HP’s, burs, suction tips, articulating paper, RD set up, matrix bands, etc.) YES NO ** Prepares specialty treatment trays as required by provider (Endo, Pros, Perio, OMFS) ^^^ Varies by clinical site^^^ 3. Prepares and dismiss patient: (Greet appropriately, drape, review health hx for meds or changes, recognizes possible contraindications to dental tx--if applicable—notifies provider as required, demonstrates ability to provide patient with post-op instructions as needed, dismisses pt. appropriately) YES NO 4. Recognizes need for rubber dam, places dam or assist with placement if necessary. Properly selects clamp and frame, Ensure proper placement if applicable) YES NO 5. Prepares/places topical anesthetic YES NO 6. Demonstrates ability to properly place suction tip during procedure (HVE or saliva ejector) YES NO 7. Places appropriate fluoride treatment if necessary YES NO 8. Maintain treatment area, equipment, and instruments YES NO 9. Cleans packages and Sterilizes Instruments YES NO ASEPSIS INFECTION AND HAZARD CONTROL: 1. Disinfects and sterilizes instruments w/o assistance YES NO 2. Maintain treatment room supply levels—w/o guidance YES NO 3. Recognize hazardous waste-- Disposes of appropriately YES NO 4. Adheres to aseptic technique during patient treatment and while dealing with contaminated instruments YES NO 5. Demonstrate thorough understanding of infection control techniques and procedures. YES NO

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6. Performs general housekeeping duties as appropriate YES NO PERFORM EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: 1. Demonstrate ability to recognize a compromised patient, follows appropriate protocol YES NO 2. Assist with emergency management of medical or dental if necessary YES NO PROVIDE ORAL HEALTH INSTRUCTIONS: (TO PATIENTS) 1. Proper Home Care techniques as dictated by patient need YES NO 2. Mouth Rinse/toothpaste usage YES NO 3. Can provide basic nutritional advice if necessary YES NO 4. Recognize patient handicap that may interfere with home care and adjusts instructions accordingly YES NO PERFORM LABORATORY PROCEDURES: 1. Pours, trims, and polishes study models w/o assistance YES NO 2. Fabricate custom impression trays if necessary YES NO 3. Construct functional temporary restorations YES NO 4. Cleans and polishes removable appliances as needed YES NO 5. Construct bleaching trays and/or athletic mouthguards ( w/o assistance) YES NO PERFORM BASIC BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURES: 1. Correctly and politely answers telephone YES NO 2. Recognizes different types of appts. and identifies need for differing time

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lengths of appointments YES NO 3. Can correctly appoint patient (Appointment control) YES NO 4.Can prepare for next day’s patients— (files or pulls charts accordingly, recognizes type of treatment to be performed, confirms patient appointment) YES NO 5. Recognizes financial transactions YES NO 6. May be able to manage recall systems for maintenance patients YES NO 7. May be able to manage supply inventory maintenance YES NO

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DENTAL ASSISTANT STUDENT EVALUATION DUE:

NAME___________________________________ _Eval # : Clinical Site:

DATE PREPARED_____________________ Please rate the student on the following tasks. It is anticipated that the students will

function at a higher level as they progress through clinical practicums . If you rate a student with a 0 (zero), 1 (one), or a 5 (five) please

provide written documentation to justify your rating **See last page of this evaluation for a detailed description of these ratings

PROFESSIONALISM

1. Student is on time when arriving to clinic ________ ** Student does not routinely leave early ** Student informs appropriate person before leaving

2. Uses appropriate terminology during patient tx ________

3. Appearance is clean, tidy, and professional ________

4. Student informs site when tardiness or absence is Unavoidable and in a timely manner ________ **telephones prior to start time of office,

iforms appropriate person, and is not routinely tardy or absent

5. Conducts self in professional manner when dealing with patients and staff ________ **Uses appropriate terminology, language,

and behavior

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS:

1. Set up XCP* correctly for exposure __________

(* or other film holders)

2. Expose, Process, and Mount radiographs __________

3. Takes and records vital signs __________

4. Assist with extraoral/intraoral examinations __________

5. Mix alginate/size impression tray __________

6. Takes a alginate impression of diagnostic quality __________

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CLINICAL SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

1. Recognize basic dental tray setup __________ (mirror explorer, cotton forceps)

2. Recognize tray set up for restorative procedure: __________ (tray contents will vary at each site: mirror, explorer, cotton forceps, anes. Syringe with max or man needle, am carrier, am plugger, asst’d carves, burnishers, excavators, HP’s, articulating paper, RD set up etc.)

3. Prepare and dismiss patient: __________ (Greet appropriately, drape, Review health hx for meds or changes, dismiss appropriately)

4. Recognize need for rubber dam and __________ assist with placement if necessary.

5. Prepare topical anesthetic __________

6. Prepares anesthetic syringe with appropriate needle And anesthetic __________

7. Assist with placement of fluoride treatments __________

8. Recognize and maintain treatment area __________

9. Clean and Sterilize Instruments __________

10. Provides patients with proper oral health Care instructions for home care __________

11. Does student demonstrate ability to place Suction (HVE and Saliva ejector) correctly __________

12. Does student demonstrate ability and knowledge of instrument transfer necessary for four handed dentistry __________

#Assists in dental hygiene- demonstrates ability to perform perio charting, proper suction placement, and instrument recognition (If Applicable) ___________

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ASEPSIS INFECTION CONTROL AND BIOHAZARDS CONTROL

1. Disinfects treatment rooms __________

2. Maintain treatment room supply level __________

3. Recognize hazardous waste and need to dispose of appropriately __________

4. Adheres to aseptic techniques __________

5. Demonstrates understanding of infection control techniques and procedures __________

6. Sterilize instruments __________

7. Demonstrate proper handwashing, gloving, and hygiene (puts on mask, smock, and eyewear before gloves; changes gloves when necessary) __________

8. Recognizes disposable products from non-disposable (saliva ejectors, HVE tips, air/water syringe tips, etc.) __________

9. Is knowledgeable as to location of MSDS list and eyewash stations if necessary __________

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: (Only needs documentation on first evaluation or if medical emergency occurs)

1. Maintains current CPR card __________

2. Demonstrates ability to recognize

a compromised patient __________

3. Assist with emergency management if necessary __________

4. Recognizes “crash cart” location __________

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ORAL HEALTH INSTRUCTIONS: (TO INDIVIDUAL PATIENTS)

1. Explains proper brushing technique __________

2. Explains proper flossing techniques __________

3. Explains proper mouth rinse products if necessary __________

4. Explains use of dental home care adjuncts

when appropriate __________ **(proxabrush, floss holders, toothbrush modification, etc)

Assists in dental hygiene- demonstrates ability to perform perio charting, proper suction placement, and instrument recognition (If Applicable) ___________

LABORATORY PROCEDURES:

1. Pour and trim study models __________

2. Recognize different types of prosthetic

appliances and their uses __________

3. Construct “rough” temporary or provisional restorations __________

4. Identify need for provisional restoration __________

BASIC BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURES:

1. Correctly and politely answers telephone __________

2. Recognizes different types

and lengths of appointments __________ 3. Operate basic business equipment

(computer, calculator, telephone, filing system, answering machine) __________

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COMMENTS:

_______________________________________________________________ EVALUATOR DATE

Evaluation Scale 5 = CONSISTENTLY Performs this task without any difficulty or

supervision (if so please note in comments) 4 = USUALLY Performs this task without difficulty or requires

minimal supervision 3 = OCCASIONALY Performs this task with mild difficulty or requires

moderate supervision while performing task 2 = SELDOM Performs this task with extreme difficulty or

requires supervision constantly while performing task

1 = NEVER Cannot perform task even with supervision.

Always requires direct supervision May show little or no motivation to perform task.

(if so please note in comments) 0 = Not Applicable (if so please note in comments) NOTE: STUDENTS THAT RECEIVE A SCORE OF 2 OR LESS IN A PARTICULAR AREA/SECTION OF THEIR EVALUATION ON THE 2nd OR FOLLOWING EVALUATIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED FOR REMEDIAL CLINICAL TRAINING OR MAY BE SUPERVISED BY A FACULTY MEMBER AT THEIR ASSIGNED CLINICAL SITE UNTIL THEIR PROGRESS IS CONSIDERED IMPROVED IN THAT PARTICULAR AREA

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It is anticipated that students will receive a “5” in each area of practice by the end of their second general office rotation. This is indicative of progression and performance during clinical practicums. Each student is held responsible for delivering this evaluation to the clinical site preceptor and returning it to their clinical coordinator- This is a graded course requirement.

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New Mexico Board of Dental Health for Dental Assistants and Dental Assisting Students in Accredited Programs TITLE 16 OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSING CHAPTER 5 DENTISTRY (DENTISTS, DENTAL HYGIENISTS, ETC.) PART 33 DENTAL ASSISTANTS, REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION 16.5.33.1 ISSUING AGENCY: New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care. [9-30-96; 16.5.33.1 NMAC - Rn & A, 16 NMAC 5.33.1, 12-14-00] 16.5.33.2 SCOPE: The provisions of 16.5.33 NMAC apply to all applicants for certification as a dental assistant in New Mexico. 16.5.33 NMAC also applies to dental assistants previously certified in New Mexico who have allowed their certificate to expire. [9-30-96; 16.5.33.2 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.2, 12-14-00] 16.5.33.3 STATUTORY AUTHORITY: 16.5.33 NMAC is promulgated pursuant to the Dental Health Care Act, NMSA 1978 Section 61-5A-5 and Section 61-5A-6 (1996 Repl. Pamp.). [9-30-96; 16.5.33.3 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.3, 12-14-00] 16.5.33.4 DURATION: Permanent. [9-30-96; 16.5.33.4 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.4, 12-14-00] 16.5.33.5 EFFECTIVE DATE: September 30, 1996, unless a later date is cited at the end of a Section. [9-30-96; 16.5.33.5 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.5, 12-14-00; A, 12-30-02] 16.5.33.6 OBJECTIVE: To establish the requirements for certification for dental assistants to perform expanded functions. These rules address applicants being certified via the following tracks: A. Independent preparation for the requirements; B. Attendance in a dental assisting program; C. Attendance in an accredited dental hygiene school; and D. New residents of New Mexico with current certificates in expanded functions in their previous state (credentials). [9-30-96; 16.5.33.6 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.6, 12-14-00; A, 12-30-02] 16.5.33.7 DEFINITIONS A. "Training Program" means a course of study resulting in applicant eligibility for expanded function certification. B. “DANB” means the Dental Assisting National Board. C. "Indirect Supervision" means a Licensee is present in the treatment facility while authorized treatments are being performed by a dental assistant. D. "General Supervision" means the authorization by a dentist of the procedures to be used by a dental hygienist, dental assistant or dental student and the execution of the procedures in accordance with a dentist's diagnosis and treatment plan and in facilities as designated by rule of the board.

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E. "Rubber Cup Coronal Polishing" means the use of a rubber cup or a bristle brush to remove soft debris and stain from above the gingival margin. F. “Limited Certificate” means a radiographic certificate that limits the holder to take only extra oral dental films. [10-21-70...5-31-95, 9-30-96, 2-14-00; 16.5.33.7 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.7, 12-14-00; A, 3-29-02; A, 12-30-02] 16.5.33.8 REQUIREMENTS: A. A licensee shall not allow dental assistants to perform oral radiography under any level of supervision that are not certified or in authorized training by the New Mexico board of dental health care (NMBODHC). B. A licensee shall not allow dental assistants to perform coronal polishing, topical fluoride application, or application of pit and fissure sealants under general supervision without certification by the NMBODHC. C. Dental assistants who perform oral radiography under any level of supervision are required to be certified by the NMBODHC. Dental assistants who perform coronal polishing, application of topical fluoride or application of pit and fissure sealants under general supervision are required to be certified by the NMBODHC except those enrolled in a recognized dental assisting program and complying with the following: (1) have completed the didactic portion of the radiography curriculum; (2) are exposing radiograph with supervision of a licensee or an assistant certified in radiography; and (3) if exposing x-rays on a human must have a written prescription from a dentist. D. Expanded function certification offered by the NMBODHC is distinct from certification offered by DANB. DANB certification gives the individual the right to use the initials C.D.A after their name, but does not qualify the individual to perform expanded functions without being certified by the NMBODHC. [9-7-84...9-30-96; 16.5.33.8 NMAC - Rn, 16 NMAC 5.33.8, 12-14-00; A, 3-29-02; A, 9-30-02; A, 12-30-02; A, 03-06-05]

Dental Assisting Students