Registered Dental Assistant Saturday Only

About the role

Registered Dental Assistant performs duties such as preparing the patient for treatment, assisting the dentist, maintaining a sterile environment, and performing various dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to the vitalling area.
• Absorbent points dry canals previously opened by the supervising dentist.
• Test pulp vitality and place bases and liners on sound dentin.
• Remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth.
• Size stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns, and bands.
• Temporarily cement and remove temporary crowns and orthodontic bands.
• Take bite registrations for diagnostic models (case study only).
• Coronally polish teeth.
• Assume responsibility for any expanded duties delegated by the dentist.
• Support and comfort patients during their dental visits.
• Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory.
• Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Assist in front office procedures if needed.
• Serve as supply liaison and communicate with purchasing department and vendors.
• Perform endodontic cultures and other procedures as directed.

Requirements

• High school graduate (or GED).
• Current CPR Certification.
• FQHC experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Motivation to take initiative.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures.
• Computer knowledge preferred (NextGen, Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture.
• Valid California driver’s license and state mandated automobile insurance.
• One-year experience as a registered dental assistant.
• Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant required.
• Certificate for coronal polishing recommended.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental health education subjects.
• Ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate fashion.
• Proficient at digital radiographs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate (or GED).
• Current CPR Certification.
• FQHC experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Motivation to take initiative.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures.
• Computer knowledge preferred (NextGen, Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture.
• Valid California driver’s license and state mandated automobile insurance.
• One-year experience as a registered dental assistant.
• Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant required.
• Certificate for coronal polishing recommended.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental health education subjects.
• Ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate fashion.
• Proficient at digital radiographs.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Problem analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of various insurance plans (My Health LA, PPO’s, HMO’s, Medica, Family PACT, CPSP, Medi-Cal, Fee-for-Service, CHDP, Managed Care Plans, Every Woman Counts).
• Ability to speak Spanish, preferred.

Benefits

Includes health benefits, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Pay

$25.40 - $27.66 per hour.

Schedule

May include evenings, overtime, and weekends as needed.