Dental Assistant - Float
About The Position
Under the direction of the Dental Clinic Coordinator or Assistant Director, the Dental Assistant Float assists team members in maintaining an efficient functioning Dental Department. At this level, the Dental Assistant provides clinical chair side assistance with the Dental provider, in a fast-paced environment and is actively developing skills and competencies to ensure quality care is delivered. As a Dental Assistant for Family Health Centers of San Diego, you embrace a spirit of service to provide excellence in infection control, instrument sterilization, minor equipment maintenance and supporting the dental team.
Requirements
- Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County.
- Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used.
- No more than 2 points in past 12 months; No suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 5 years.
- No license revocation in 7 years.
- Certificate of completion from an accredited program for dental assistants or equivalent on-the-job training.
- Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS) certification required.
- Dental x-ray Certificate.
- High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
- California Dental Board Dental Practice Act and Infection Control certifications required within 1 year of employment.
- Bilingual in Spanish/English required.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year experience as a dental assistant preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists both dentist and hygienist chair side as needed.
- Provides accurate translation of communication of treatment and information between patients and providers.
- Charts diagnosis of providers, assists the front office as needed with charts, recalls, billing, x-rays and filing.
- Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; in addition, documentation complies with patients' insurance requirements.
- Maintains instruments and equipment (x-ray, hand pieces, vacuum system), sterilization, tray set-ups, unit stocking-preparations to facilitate efficiency, quality care with patient, and provider satisfaction.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Takes x-rays that are of good diagnostic quality, acceptable to providers and 3rd party payers.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
