Job Purpose:Provides dental assistant services according to licensing protocols and under the appropriate supervision and provides receptionist duties Job Duties and Responsibilities:(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time) Performs morning opening procedures in preparation for patient careGreets patients and maintains a safe clean working environmentSeats patients and informs the dentist that they are presentTakes and processes x-rays as directed by the dentistPrepares the treatment tray in preparation for dental careAssists the dentist within established licensing and supervisory limitationsAdheres to standards for infection control and personal protection in accordance with SMDC, local, state and federal OSHA regulationsDisinfects the dental operatory prior to and after patient careMaintains the dental unit vacuum unit solids collector (trap) and linesReplenishes the dental unit distilled water supplyCleans, organizes and stocks inventory in the dental operatory, sterilization area, laboratory and darkroomMaintains, sterilizes and disinfects all x-ray machines, processors, sterilizers, operatory equipment, dental hand-pieces, procedure instruments and other equipment utilized during daily operationsDocuments the sterilization inventory board to maintain adequate supply inventoryCompletes laboratory work as needed and manages cases to be sent out and the return date for their deliveryPerforms and documents the inventory of all department equipmentPerforms and documents the testing and maintenance of sterilizers, eyewash stations, emergency resuscitation gear, defibrillator and fire extinguishersAnswers the telephone and provides information and services according to scripted protocolsResponds to recorded messages and forwards calls and inquiries as neededCalls patients to confirm scheduled visits and to fill available appointmentsCalls laboratories, vendors, contracted entities and medical/dental providers to ensure continuous operations and facilitate patient careCoordinates dental appointments according to sequenced treatment plans, required procedure time and conforming to current templatesInforms dental providers and assistant staff of appointments scheduled on the basis of urgent care or Tribal priorityManages hard charts and opens electronic charts as needed and in preparation for scheduled dental visitsProvides patients with appropriate registration forms, obtains insurance eligibility information and creates new electronic and hard patient chartsUpdates electronic and hard patient charts with current identification, contact and insurance/billing informationCompletes registration of patients into appropriate existing SMDC databasesMonitors and maintains the integrity of the electronic daily patient scheduleDelivers the patient hard chart to the treatment room and notifies all department staff of patient arrivals and schedules changes both verbally and electronicallyProvides and obtains electronic and physical patient signatures on treatment plans, consent documents, information release waivers and notification of SMDC practice policiesManages chart documents for FAX, scan and copy in accordance with current policy and HIPAA restrictionsReports workplace hazards and safety issues promptly according to SMDC and OSHA regulationsComplies with the posted General Industry Safety Orders Code of Safe PracticesPerforms afternoon closing procedures after the completion of patient careMaintains strict confidentiality with regard to all components of the patient dental record, other personal information acquired during the performance of job duties and concerning SMDC and interdepartmental discussionsAttends all full staff and departmental meetingsAttends and participates in all SMDC drills, trainings and unscheduled meetings conducted during hours of operationPerforms all job functions in compliance with SMDC policies and proceduresUnder indirect supervisionPerforms extra-oral duties or functions in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the supervising dentistOperates dental radiographic equipment for the purpose of oral radiography in compliance with section 1656 of the California Business and Professions CodeUnder direct supervisionPerforms duties in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the supervising dentistJob Specifications:Education and Experience:Essential:X-ray technician licenseCertificate of Completion from accredited Dental Assistant SchoolCalifornia coronal polishing certificateCurrent Healthcare Provider CPR certificationHigh School diploma or GED equivalentDesirable:Tribal clinic experienceDental assistant/receptionist experienceCalifornia Registered Dental Assistant LicenseCalifornia cavitron scaler certificateCalifornia dental sealant certificate Skills and Knowledge:Essential:Working knowledge of dental office proceduresWorking knowledge of electronic dental practice management data-basesWorking knowledge of laws and regulations governing the management of dental recordsWorking knowledge of MS OfficeWorking knowledge of FAX, scanner and copy machinesWorking knowledge of MS Outlook and web search browserAbility to key 30 words per minuteAbility to communicate and interact effectively with patients and staffAbility to complete forms and documentsAbility to prioritize and perform multiple tasksAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructionsAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to communicate effectively in EnglishAbility to appear for work on timeAbility to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours at a timeAbility to lift up to 40lbsAbility to routinely bend, reach, pull, and pushAbility to maintain a professional appearance and demeanorAbility to adhere to SMDC work attendance and punctuality policiesAbility to maintain professionalism and composureAbility to appear for work on timeAbility to accept constructive criticismDesirable:Proficiency in Dentrix dental practice management data-baseProficiency in Micro Soft OfficeRegistered Dental Assistant licenseMulti-lingualUnderstanding of Native American culture, customs, and history Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:Direct: NoneIndirect: None