JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Registered Dental Assistant 

REPORTS TO: Dental Director/Dental Clinic Manager

DEPARTMENT: Dental

Location: Via Care Community Health Center

Pay range: 25-30/hourly

Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental at no cost to employee, and 403B ( matching after one year)

SUMMARY:  Under the general supervision of the Dental Director or CMO, The Registered Dental Assistant provides a range of clinical, administrative, and staff leadership and support to a full-range dental services operation. Assists in the performance of dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies in accordance with established protocol and procedures, policies, and standards, and assists in the coordination of day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office support activities. May perform other related work to include, but not limited to, making appointments, answering the phone, ordering supplies, and doing the dental billing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides chair-side assistance to dentist in the performance of dental procedures.
• Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supply and dental equipment according to OSHA and ClinicStandards.
• Maintain housekeeping records.
• Sets-up trays for procedures.
• Takes radiographs as directed by dentist (only assistants who have completed courses on radiation safety).
• Develops and processes dental radiographs in accordance with provider orders.
• Assists in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols.
• Orders and maintains inventories of dental clinic supplies.
• Interacts with and processes dental clinic patients.
• Performs telephone triage and conducts patient interviews.
• Maintains dental laboratory slips.
• Creates and maintains dental records in accordance with established protocol and procedures.
• Assists in monthly reporting and quality improvement activities.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Dental Director.
• Assume the leadership responsibilities associated with any expanded duties that may be delegated by the dentist

Minumum Qualifications:

• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of California Board of Dental Examiners-approved radiation safety course
• 2 years experience 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant is required.
• A certificate for coronal polishing is preferred.
• Current knowledge of and ability to follow a full range of dental clinical procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services.
• Knowledge of ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques.
• Ability to work as a team member within a clinical environment.
• Interviewing skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures.
• Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental outpatient services.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of dental equipment in accordance with prescribed procedures and standards.
• Four-handed dental assisting technique.
• Knowledge of sterilization procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols.
• Ability to develop and process dental radiographs.
• Prior experience working with a Federally Qualified Health Center preferred
• English/Spanish preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Driver's License and automobile insurance coverage;
• Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment; and
• TB clearance, is to be renewed every year. Annual Influenza, Covid Vaccine & all Boosters required

EEO

Via Care Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Via Care Community Health Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.