Registered Dental Assistant I

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant license issued by the Dental Board of California.
• Diploma in Dental Assisting OR High school graduate or General Education Development (GED) Certificate equivalency.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant.
• Sealant Certificate: New hires: Required. Existing RDA at NEVHC: Required*
• Must maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with corporate CPR Policy.
• Computer skills in electronic dental/health record systems, and database systems.
• Fluency in English (speak, read, and write).
• Fluency in Spanish (speak, translate, read, and write) is required.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.
• Basic leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Effective work organization skills.
• Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among members and staff.
• Ability to solve problems and make routine recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner including sensitivity with individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities for tasks to work effectively in spite of interruptions and under minimal supervision.
• Self-starter, reliable and dependable.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and has knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and other patient/client information.
• Current California driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to drive on the job).

Requirements

• Registered Dental Assistant I

Skills

• Sealant Certificate: New hires: Required. Existing RDA at NEVHC: Required*
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification.
• Computer skills in electronic dental/health record systems, and database systems.
• Spanish fluency (speak, translate, read, and write).
• Teamwork and flexibility.
• Problem-solving and recommendation-making abilities.
• Communication and cultural sensitivity.
• Prioritization and time management.
• Confidentiality and patient care knowledge.
• Driving license and insurance.

Benefits

NE Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.