Job Description
Job Description
Dental Assistant - $22-$26 / hr
Registered Dental Assistant - $24-$27 / hr
We are seeking to hire a Dental Assistant (DA or RDA)!
Vista Community Clinic - La Habra
- Per Diem
Benefits Package : - Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 403b and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of patient care activities and assist chair side in the concept of four handed dentistry including but not limited to impressions, applying non-aerosol and topical agents, applying topical fluoride, removing post-extractions and periodontal dressings and sutures, assisting in the administration of nitrous oxide, placing and removing rubber dams and removing matrices for restorative proceduresMaintain a smooth constant flow of patients from reception to operatories; coordinate the activities of several operatories through proper utilization of time, resources, abilities and patient needsOperate x-ray equipment to make complete and / or selective oral radiographic services. Process images and arrange in format as appropriate.Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent with post High School Vocational / Specialized TrainingBilingual English / SpanishCertification of Completion of Registered Dental Assistant ExamCoronal Polishing CertificateRadiation Safety CertificateCurrent CPR CertificationOperational experience with x-ray machine, sterilizing equipment, ultrasonic equipment, laboratory equipment and other dental practice related equipmentMinimum two years' experience working as a registered dental assistant in a high volume dental practiceAvailability and willingness to work evening and / or weekend hours when requestedRequired Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of the full range of professional dental duties in connection with treatment of dental diseases and dental health problems of usual difficultyKnowledge of professional and ethical standards of health care deliveryProven ability to put patients at ease and give clear understandable directions of treatment recommended by dentistKnowledge of health care delivery systems and the ability to use that knowledge in assisting clients with accessing necessary health care servicesKnowledge of the operational aspects of Medi-Cal, CHDP, private insurance and government programs which pay for dental servicesExperience / familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office products (Word / Excel), business e-mail communication systems and internet search capabilitiesVista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we work to advance community health and hope by providing access to premier health services. We are looking for dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic team players who want to make a difference in the community. Our competitive compensation and benefits program includes health, dental, vision, company-paid life, flexible spending accounts and a 403(B) plan, for eligible employees. VCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills :
General PracticeDigital X-raysBilingualSpanishBenefits :
MedicalDentalVisionCompensation :
22-$26 / hour
Salary : $22 - $26
