What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental assistant position at United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley?
Overview :
We are recruiting for Dental Assistants (DA) and Registered Dental Assistants (RDA) to join one of our health centers. Experienced DA's or new Dental Assistant graduates are welcomed! We also offer higher pay for Registered Dental Assistants.
Our Dental Assistant's provide a positive patient experience and excellent quality care. They work closely with our dentists and supervisors to ensure that patients are calm, dentists are prepared, and information is communicated clearly.
They can expect to prepare and arrange needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures. Hands necessary tools and equipment and provides assistance during treatment.
Charts findings, change barriers, and sterilizes equipment.
Responsibilities :
Works closely with the RDA Supervisor and other members of the clinic management team to :
Provides prompt dental support; promotes a smooth patient flow; collects and records data accurately; maintains order of the back office, equipment and supplies.
Achieves the organizational mission to provide health care access for all the members of the community. Helps make sure patients and families get the care they need when they need it.
Consistently and openly communicates with supervisor and all staff.
Works flexible or extended hours where necessary.
Participates in health center in-services and meeting, listening and respecting others’ ideas.
Qualifications : EDUCATION :
EDUCATION :
High School graduate or GED
Completed training program in Dental Assisting from Accredited College is required
X-Ray certificate is required
CPR Card is required
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION :
Possess a valid Driver’s license
PRIOR EXPERIENCE :
Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience, preferred
SKILLS :
Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred but not required
Able to quickly build and maintain rapport with patients and providers of differing backgrounds; team player
Customer-service oriented
Familiar with adult learning and general training techniques
Positive professional insight
Flexibility and dependability
Demonstrated good problem-solving skills; sound judgment
Effective leadership / supervisory skills
Modern office practices and procedures including email
Intermediate computer skills
Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks
Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and push up to 50 pounds (on wheels).
Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in-person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to patients and staff.
Must be able to read memos, computer screens, personnel forms and clinical and administrative documents.
Must have high manual dexterity.
Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist / turn.
The pay range for the Dental Assistant non-exempt position starts at $21 an hour. The pay range for the Registered Dental Assistant non-exempt position starts at $23.
10 an hour. Our salary ranges are dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.
In addition, our comprehensive benefits package for regular status employees includes :
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with low premium cost
Paid time off and paid holidays
401k plan with matching contribution
Educational Assistance
Employee discounts and more!
Last updated : 2024-11-05
Salary : $21 - $23
