Dental Assistant - Red Bluff, CA
2 days ago
Job description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
: Under direct supervision from the Lead RDA, the Dental Assistant will function as a circulating assistant in chairside dental procedures and work as a team with other dental staff to support efficient flow of operations to ensure the highest level of patient care. The Dental Assistant must be knowledgeable in all dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup and materials. This position
may
require travel between Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc. sites to help fill temporary staffing vacancies and/or shortages.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
:
The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list, but rather to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) will be required to perform a variety of duties listed, including but not limited to:
- Perform all phases of four (4) handed Dental Assisting duties within the legal limits of California State Law, i.e., endodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics, prosthodontics and restorative procedures.
- Under the direct supervision of the Dentists, perform Dental Assistant duties as per NVIH policy, procedures and State of California licensing guidelines.
- Perform dental imaging, including but not limited to, intraoral and extraoral photographs and radiographs for diagnostic and treatment.
- Perform the following supportive tasks to ensure efficiency of patient flow:
- Clean, sterilize instruments, and set up trays.
- Stock and store all supplies and materials.
- Maintenance and testing of equipment (sterilizer, x-ray dosimetry, x-ray processor, etc.) including daily lubrication of equipment.
- Pouring up models and other lab procedures.
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and preventive dental education under the supervision of the dentist.
- Documentation of exam findings in patient record.
- Maintain clean, orderly and well stocked operatories and laboratory.
- Plan work duties to ensure dental clinic efficiency.
- Work in conjunction with Dentists to develop and implement preventive dental activities for the community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required for an employee to successfully perform their duties.
- High School Diploma or equivalent, GED.
- Completion of NVIH sponsored 8-hour Infection Control Course; 6 hours didactic, 2 hours lab training within 90 days of start.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Maintain radiation safety certification or completion of an approved radiation safety course to be completed within the Introductory Period at hire.
- Familiarity with dental terminology, materials, medications and instruments used during dental procedures.
- Knowledge of patient scheduling procedures.
- Ability to multitask, frequently adjusting and prioritizing duties.
- Ability to think critically and engage in solution-based problem-solving actions, considering all relevant details.
- Proven ability to engage in team collaboration and demonstrates a caring and compassionate commitment to the patient and their unique circumstances.
- Proven ability to provide excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs and leaving them feeling satisfied with their experience.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to adhere to regular attendance.
Indian Preference. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.
Benefits
Benefits, 401k with match, 13 paid Holidays, generous PTO
Keyword: Registered Dental Assistant
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