Dental Aide (2202) - Department of Public Health - H00207

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

7d•$87,724 - $106,652•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, assists a dentist during the examination and treatment of dental patients by preparing and arranging dental instruments and equipment; assists in oral surgical and dental procedures; makes entries on examination and treatment, records; takes and develops dental X-rays; and performs related duties as required. The 2202 Dental Aide performs other related duties as assigned/required. Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/

Requirements

One (1) year of experience as a Dental Aide
Possession of a current and valid Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license

Responsibilities

Makes appointments for patients; keeps records of patients admitted, results of examinations, dental work performed, number of patients seen.
Prepares and arranges dental instruments, equipment and accessories on trays ready for use; sterilizes and maintains dental instruments and equipment; keeps a sufficient amount of dental supplies available; mixes and maintains supplies of sterilizing and other solutions.
Provides chair-side assistance to dental providers in all phases of clinical dentistry including oral surgery, pediatrics, and other procedures.
Takes and develops dental X-rays; cleans and prepares X-ray machine; mounts X-ray film; mixes and maintains supplies of developing and fixing solutions.
Types communications, monthly and annual reports, budget requests for dental supplies and equipment; keeps office and equipment in neat, clean, and sanitary condition.
Provides preventative services including coronal polishing, topical fluoride application, and oral health education.