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United Health Centers of San Joaquin Valley - Fresno-Minnewawa, CA

posted 18 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Fresno-Minnewawa, CA
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

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

  • 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.
  • Abides by Rules of Confidentiality.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Possess a valid Driver's license
  • Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience, preferred

Nice-to-haves

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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!
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