DENTAL ASSISTANT

Job Purpose:

Under the general supervision of Dental Director and Community Health Center Director, the Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting doctors in dental procedures, post-op instructions, and patient education and record keeping. This position is also responsible for increasing the oral health education knowledge in the Community.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct and maintain patient flow, including patient admission and dismissal to assure efficient delivery of services.
• Prepare all necessary trays for dental procedures.
• Take, develop and mount X-rays.
• Assist dentist during dental procedure in an efficient and professional manner.
• Explain post-op instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner. Distribute written instructions to patients if necessary.
• Ensure that OSHA and CDC guidelines are followed when cleaning/sterilizing instruments and workstations.
• Assist with the maintenance and lubrication of equipment.
• Assist with dental inventory control.
• Perform various clerical duties as needed.
• Schedule patient appointments, assists with patient registration and bills third party payers.
• Create development plan with supervisor of strengths and development areas.
• Maintain ongoing training opportunities as deemed appropriate to career track.
• Attend any necessary workshops and trainings, as appropriate or required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Certified Dental Assistant with X-ray License.
• Minimum of one year prior experience handling with back and front dental office work.
• Working knowledge and experience in all phases of dental procedures.
• Demonstrated ability with 4-handed and 6-handed dentistry.
• Familiar with practice management systems and digital radiography
• Good written and oral skills in English.
• Fluency in spoken Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) with ability to translate into English is preferred.
• Demonstrated sensitivity in working with people of various lifestyles and cultures