Dental Assistant

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

1d•$25 - $29

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is looking for a Dental Assistant to assists team members in maintaining an efficient functioning Dental Department. At this level, the DA performs with prompting and guidance from the Dental provider, and is actively developing skills and competencies. You enjoy partnering with and supporting the dental team to provide excellence in dental services to every patient.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Certificate of completion from an accredited program for dental assistants or equivalent on-the-job training.
Dental x-ray Certificate.
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS) certification required.
1 year experience as a dental assistant preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish/English required.

Responsibilities

Accurately charts diagnosis of providers, assisting the front office as needed with charts, recalls, billing, x-rays and filing.
Assists both dentist and hygienist chair side as needed.
Provides accurate translation of communication of treatment and information between patients and providers.
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, sterilization, tray set-ups, unit stocking-preparations to facilitate efficiency, quality care with patient, and provider satisfaction.
Maintains equipment including x-ray equipment, sterilizers, vacuum system dental units, and hand pieces.
Uses resources efficiently; practices in a cost-effective manner.
Performs DA duties, including instrument processing and sterilization.
Takes x-rays that are of good diagnostic quality, acceptable to providers and 3rd party payers.
Performs other duties as assigned.