Dental Assistant I-II-III-IV (On call)

About the role

La Clínica de La Raza is a community health center dedicated to providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate, and accessible healthcare to the San Francisco Bay Area. We are committed to addressing the social and economic factors that impact health and to serving individuals regardless of their insurance status.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow to maximize access and service by ensuring exam rooms are stocked and ready for patients.
• Prepare patients for dental examinations by taking and recording vital signs and medical/dental histories.
• Communicate patient requests to the dentist or dental care team members.
• Aid the dentist during various treatment procedures such as taking dental x-rays.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and medications for dental procedures.
• Instruct patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Record treatment information in patient records using Electronic Dental Records system.
• Perform general office duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, recording medical updates, and preparing treatment estimates.
• Register patients, collect payments, and run end-of-day reports.
• Assist with insurance forms and inventory dental, lab, or office supplies.
• Contribute to a welcoming clinical space and healthy work environment through proactive relationship building and direct communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• X-Ray License.
• 1-2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Non-Licensed DA: Completion of a Dental Assistant Training Program preferred.
• Licensed DA: RDA, RDA-Extended Function, RDA-Extended Function II.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, four-handed dentistry setting.
• Bilingual proficiency.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Benefits

La Clínica offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate Saturday and evening rotations.