Dental Assistant

Job Description

Performs those duties that assist the Dental Director, Dentists, and Dental Hygienists in the care and treatment of patients. Performs duties in the field of reception, chairside assisting, inventory, and records.

We Offer

• Starting $21 to $26.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday – 8 am to 5 pm
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
• Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels)
• $25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network)
• Low deductibles and co-insurance
• Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities
• Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies
• Dental PPO plan
• Vision
• Generous vacation accrual
• 10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
• Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

About Our Clinic

A Dental Assistant treats our patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while instilling a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors. A positive attitude, and modern dentistry, can bring joy to our patients.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous dental assistant experience is desired, but not required
• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent is required
• Licensure/Certification: No licensure or certification is needed to be hired. Must be radiology certified through a state-approved radiology program, within the timeframe set by Dental Department standards. Successful completion of Salud Family Health Center Ladder’s program is required. Successful achievement of the Registered Dental Assistant Program certification is required
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers from one of the following organizations: American Heart Association; American Safety and Health Institute; or American Red Cross
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: May be required to travel to other clinics based on staffing shortages. An ability and willingness to learn. A desire to expand abilities. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to motivate patients. Must work well with the other patient care team members. Ability to operate, maintain, and document in the electronic record. Ability to reliably take diagnostic digital X-rays in a timely fashion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff. Sensitivity to low-income and ethnic minority communities is a must. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred