Dental Assistant

Southern California Medical Center is looking for a Dental Assistant to join a team of professionals in our clinics in Los Angeles area.

At SCMC, we are committed to serve patients and our community during the trying times. Join our team of professionals where we are focused on providing the best healthcare services for all patients, regardless of whether they need to finance medical care, have no insurance, or are looking for affordable or low cost care that they can feel confident in. From general medical care to preventative care and recovery, our mission is to ensure those who are underserved in our communities to have access to the best possible medical care.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary: The Dental Assistant assists the Dental Hygienist by setting up the dental equipment, sterilizing instruments, setting up rooms. In addition, the Dental Assistant performs some dental hygiene tasks as instructed by the Dental Hygienist, provides patient care, prepares patient for treatment, and keeps records updated.

Essential Functions:

• Gather patient information and perform health background.
• Collect and record medical and dental patient histories.
• Provide patient care and support.
• Take X-rays of patient’s teeth and process results.
• Prepare the work area for procedures.
• Assist Dental Hygienist by providing instruments and equipment and taking notes when needed.
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits.
• Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions.
• Perform coronal polishing, sealant application, fluoride application, and topical anesthetic application as needed.
• Direct patients and maintain schedule.
• Stock treatment areas and monitor inventory.
• Preform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Degree from school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and American Dental Association preferred.
• Dental Assisting certification: Licensed, registered, or certified by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) required.
• Certification or associate degree in an accredited dental assistance program required.
• Dental x-ray certification preferred and competent and taking x-rays.
• Minimum one (1) years of experience in dental assistance preferred.

Desired Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent multitasking skills
• Flexible and able to handle constantly changing work environment
• Willingness to learn other tasks including front office and back office tasks
• Good at taking directions and following international operations, procedures and policies.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques.
• Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment.
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic.
• Great communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, compassionate, caring, friendly.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced environment with occasional high-pressure situations
• Environmentally controlled medical office environment
• Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, government officials, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing and bending.
• Frequent sitting, writing, typing, grasping and speaking.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of computer, keyboard, copy and fax machine and phone.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
• Dentrix: 1 year (Preferred)
• FQHC: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22