Dental Assistant

About the role

Surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains with beautiful lakes and trails for hiking, biking, fishing and skiing, this facility is thriving and wants a highly motivated and experienced Registered Dental Assistant for our new state-of-the-art dental clinic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for the treatment
• Aid the dentist in performing their treatment to the patient in restorative dentistry or oral surgery
• Prepare materials and equipment for treatment and have them ready for the dentist’s use
• Sterilize, prepare and maintain dental equipment and instruments according to state regulations
• Perform intra-oral x-rays
• Willing to train the right candidate

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of medical or clinical experience preferred
• Radiology training and license
• Complete California Dental Board certificate of completion of 8-hour Infection Control within 120 days of hire
• Command of the English language and ability to communicate clearly to callers, visitors, patients, and all other staff members
• Understanding of HIPPA and confidentiality issues as they relate to patient documents and communications
• Interpret basic patient needs. Ensure that the patient is always relaxed and comfortable and ease any fears the patient may have by using compassion and empathy
• Must have a valid CA driver’s license, have a good driving record and show proof of insurance coverage
• Must be able to use a computer and perform basic tasks including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, e-mail, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Radiology training and license
• Complete California Dental Board certificate of completion of 8-hour Infection Control within 120 days of hire
• Command of the English language and ability to communicate clearly to callers, visitors, patients, and all other staff members
• Understanding of HIPPA and confidentiality issues as they relate to patient documents and communications
• Interpret basic patient needs. Ensure that the patient is always relaxed and comfortable and ease any fears the patient may have by using compassion and empathy
• Must have a valid CA driver’s license, have a good driving record and show proof of insurance coverage
• Must be able to use a computer and perform basic tasks including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, e-mail, etc.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

Full-time position with benefits. Our Clinic is open Monday through Thursday. No weekends.

Pay

$23-$27/hr DOE

Schedule

Full-time position, open Monday through Thursday.

Contact Information

- Human Resources: Britanie Strei or Erica Johnson - Phone: 530-832-6566 - Email: Hr@ephc.org