Dental Assistant (Outpatient), Sanger Medical Office (Per Diem, Variable Shift)
Adventist Health · Sanger, CA · Today
Healthcare$25–$30.91/hrFull-time
About the role
Provides appropriate oral health services to patients and families. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for dentist's use. Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including, but not limited to, processing dental radiographs (x-rays).
Responsibilities
- Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment
- Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures
- Greets and prepares patients for treatment
- Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs
- Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
- Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines
- Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals
- Provides patient education materials
- Maintains an appropriate office environment
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
- Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Proof of completion after 120 days of continuous employment: A board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act (California) and a board-approved 8-hour course in infection control: Required
Licenses & Certifications
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Preferred
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required (Facility Specific)
Schedule & Pay
Shift: Variable Shift, 8-hour shifts. Assignment Category: Per Diem.
Pay Range: $25.00 to $30.91 per hour. Additional individual compensation may be available through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.