REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT (RDA) - Sycuan Health Center

Syucan•El Cajon, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sycuan Health Center is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our growing dental team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our providers and ensuring an exceptional patient care experience. Job Purpose: Provides dental assistant services according to licensing protocols and under the supervision of a dentist Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time) Performs morning opening procedures in preparation for patient care Greets and seats patients and informs the dentist that patient is ready Takes and processes x-rays as directed by the dentist Prepares the treatment tray in preparation for dental care Assists the dentist within established licensing and supervisory limitations Adheres to standards for infection control and personal protection in accordance with SMDC, local, state and federal OSHA regulations Disinfects the dental operatory prior to and after patient care Maintains the dental unit vacuum unit solids collector (trap) and lines Replenishes the dental unit distilled water supply Cleans, organizes and stocks inventory in the dental operatories, sterilization area, laboratory and darkroom Maintains, sterilizes and disinfects all x-ray machines and processors, sterilizers, operatory equipment, dental hand-pieces, procedure instruments and other equipment utilized during daily operations Documents the sterilization inventory board to maintain adequate supply sterilized instruments Completes laboratory work as needed and manages cases to be sent out and the return date for their delivery Performs and documents the inventory of all department equipment Performs and documents the testing and maintenance of sterilizers, eyewash stations, emergency resuscitation gear, defibrillator and fire extinguishers Provides and obtain patient signatures on printed treatment plans, consent forms, referral consultations, information release waivers and notification of SMDC practice policies Manages chart documents for FAX, scan and copy in accordance with current policy and HIPAA restrictions Reports workplace hazards and safety issues promptly according to SMDC and OSHA regulations Complies with the posted General Industry Safety Orders Code of Safe Practices Performs afternoon closing procedures after the completion of patient care Maintains strict confidentiality with regard to all components of the patient dental record, other personal information acquired during the performance of job duties and concerning SMDC and interdepartmental discussions. Attends all full staff and departmental meetings Attends and participates in all SMDC drills, trainings and unscheduled meetings conducted during hours of operation Performs all job functions in compliance with SMDC policies and procedures Under indirect supervision Performs extra-oral duties or functions in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the supervising dentist Operates dental radio-graphic equipment for the purpose of oral radiography in compliance with section 1656 of the California Business and Professions Code Under direct supervision Performs duties in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the attending Dentist and/or the Dental Director

Requirements

Certificate of Completion from accredited Dental Assistant School
One year as a Registered Dental Assistant
California Dental X-ray License
California Coronal Polishing Certificate
California Cavitron Scaler Certificate
California Dental Sealant Certificate
Current CPR Certification
Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations governing the management of dental records
Working knowledge in dental office procedures
Working knowledge in the use of a FAX, scanner and copy machine
Working knowledge in the use Microsoft Office Suite and Windows based computer programs
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours at a time
Ability to use electronically based dental practice management system
Ability to enter data into computer at the rate of at least 30 words per minute
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients and staff
Ability to complete forms and documents
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, pulling and pushing
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Ability to appear to work on time
Ability to accept constructive criticism

Nice To Haves

Tribal clinic experience
Dental receptionist experience
Understanding of Native American culture and customs
Bi-lingual
Working knowledge of the Dentrix Dental Practice Management System

Responsibilities

Performs morning opening procedures in preparation for patient care
Greets and seats patients and informs the dentist that patient is ready
Takes and processes x-rays as directed by the dentist
Prepares the treatment tray in preparation for dental care
Assists the dentist within established licensing and supervisory limitations
Adheres to standards for infection control and personal protection in accordance with SMDC, local, state and federal OSHA regulations
Disinfects the dental operatory prior to and after patient care
Maintains the dental unit vacuum unit solids collector (trap) and lines
Replenishes the dental unit distilled water supply
Cleans, organizes and stocks inventory in the dental operatories, sterilization area, laboratory and darkroom
Maintains, sterilizes and disinfects all x-ray machines and processors, sterilizers, operatory equipment, dental hand-pieces, procedure instruments and other equipment utilized during daily operations
Documents the sterilization inventory board to maintain adequate supply sterilized instruments
Completes laboratory work as needed and manages cases to be sent out and the return date for their delivery
Performs and documents the inventory of all department equipment
Performs and documents the testing and maintenance of sterilizers, eyewash stations, emergency resuscitation gear, defibrillator and fire extinguishers
Provides and obtain patient signatures on printed treatment plans, consent forms, referral consultations, information release waivers and notification of SMDC practice policies
Manages chart documents for FAX, scan and copy in accordance with current policy and HIPAA restrictions
Reports workplace hazards and safety issues promptly according to SMDC and OSHA regulations
Complies with the posted General Industry Safety Orders Code of Safe Practices
Performs afternoon closing procedures after the completion of patient care
Maintains strict confidentiality with regard to all components of the patient dental record, other personal information acquired during the performance of job duties and concerning SMDC and interdepartmental discussions.
Attends all full staff and departmental meetings
Attends and participates in all SMDC drills, trainings and unscheduled meetings conducted during hours of operation
Performs all job functions in compliance with SMDC policies and procedures
Performs extra-oral duties or functions in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the supervising dentist
Operates dental radio-graphic equipment for the purpose of oral radiography in compliance with section 1656 of the California Business and Professions Code
Performs duties in compliance with the California Dental Board Committee on Dental Auxiliaries and as directed by the attending Dentist and/or the Dental Director