What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at OLE Health?
POSITION TITLE : Dental Assistant
DEPARTMENT : Dental
REPORTS TO : Dental Services Manager
SCHEDULE : 40 hours per week
LOCATION : Davis, CA
Salary Range : $25.68 to $31.39 hourly
About CommuniCare OLE
Established in 2023, CommuniCare OLE is the result of a union of two health centers with deep roots in their respective communities and reputations for providing high-quality primary care to all, regardless of insurance or ability to pay : OLE Health of Napa and Solano Counties and CommuniCare Health Centers of Yolo County. Building on a legacy established by both organizations in 1972, CommuniCare OLE is a network of federally-qualified health centers with 17 sites across Napa, Solano, and Yolo Counties. It offers comprehensive care, including medical, dental, behavioral health and substance use treatment, nutrition, optometry, pharmacy, care coordination, referrals, and enrollment assistance to more than 70,000 individuals, and no one is turned away due to lack of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Many services are offered outside of its sites, including mobile health, home visiting, and community and school-based programs.
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
- Employer covers 90% of employee medical, dental and vision premium and 50% of dependent premium
- 18 days of PTO (Vacation & Sick)
- 10 Paid Holidays 1 Float Holiday
- 4% Employer Match for 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent)
- Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage
- Employer contribution for Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options
The following statements are intended to describe the major elements and requirements of the position and should not be taken as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals assigned to this job.
JOB SUMMARY : The Dental Assistant works with the dental program team and reports to the Dental Program Administrator and Dental Director.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
A board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
KNOWLEDGE OF WORK
Perform all duties of a Dental Assistant according to Department of Consumer Affairs, Dental Board of CA and Regulations-Chapter 3, Article 5, Title 16, Division 10, Chapter 3, Article 5, Section 1085.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist dentist with four-handed dentistry as needed.
Take necessary x-rays (only after completion of certification).
Sterilize instruments and clean operatories.
Assist with pediatric patients.
Provide preventative dental education to patients as needed.
Assist with front office and other duties as needed Learn More
Salary : $2,000
