Registered Dental Assistant Saturday Only

Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.•Commerce, CA

About The Position

The Registered Dental Assistant performs a variety of duties to support dental treatment and patient care. This includes preparing patients for procedures, assisting the dentist during restorative dentistry or oral surgery, preparing and organizing materials and equipment, taking X-rays, and aiding in laboratory work. The role may also involve administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, ordering supplies, and dental billing. The position emphasizes promoting good dental health, maintaining a sterile environment, managing patient records, and providing compassionate care. The assistant is expected to be knowledgeable about infection control, dental equipment maintenance, and patient education. They will also play a role in front office procedures, supply management, and ensuring compliance with agency policies and HIPAA regulations. The role requires continuous self-improvement and the ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations.

Requirements

High school graduate (or GED).
Current CPR Certification- required to be kept up to date.
Excellent analytical skills.
Motivation to take initiative to ensure all tasks performed are completed thoroughly and accurately.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures.
Access to automobile with valid California driver’s license and state mandated automobile insurance.
Work schedule may include evenings, overtime, and weekends as needed.
Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure of deadlines.
Ability to meet tight time sensitive deadlines.
Motivated and committed to the provision of high-quality healthcare for indigent and underserved communities.
Willingness to adapt to changes with regards to the agency’s growth and expansion.
Proof of completing radiation safety course.
One-year experience as a registered dental assistant.
Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant required.
Demonstrate knowledge of dental health education subjects.
Ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate fashion.
Familiar with computer based dental recording and charting.
Proficient at digital radiographs.
Ability to work well with others in a professional and team-oriented environment.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, friendly personality and able to motivate staff by promoting teamwork.
Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religion and economic status.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to travel.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Problem analysis and critical thinking skills.
Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

FQHC experience, highly preferred.
Computer knowledge preferred (e.g., NextGen (E.H.R. & PMS), Microsoft Word and Excel).
Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture.
Ability to speak Spanish, preferred.
Certificate for coronal polishing recommended.
Knowledge of the following (but not limited to), preferred: My Health LA, PPO’s, HMO’s, Medicare, Family PACT, CPSP, Medi-Cal, Fee-for-Service, CHDP, Managed Care Plans, Every Woman Counts

Responsibilities

Greets patients in waiting area and escorts patients to vitalling area to record patient’s vital signs.
Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist.
Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene, questioning patients to ascertain home care status, instructing patients in techniques of flossing and brushing in accordance with protocol.
Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures.
Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator and assure completion of forms and signatures.
Assume the responsibility associated with any expanded duties that may be delegated by the dentist.
Familiar the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion to that patient when it is needed.
Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory.
Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
Assist in front office procedures if time allows or need is determined by the Associate Dental Director or Dentist.
Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment.
Serves as supply liaison. Communicates with purchasing department and vendors to assure prompt receipt of all orders.
May perform the following procedures: Obtain endodontic cultures, Dry canals, previously opened by the supervising dentist, with absorbent points, Test pulp vitality, Place bases and liners on sound dentin, Remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth with hand instrument or floss, Size stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns and bands, Temporary cementation and removal of temporary crowns and removal of orthodontic bands, Take bite registrations for diagnostic models for case study only, Coronal polishing.
Promotes and believes in NHSI mission statement “Health for All”.
Undertakes continuous self-improvement, attending applicable training, seminars, in-services and educational classes to maintain skills competency and current knowledge for standard of care and effective practices
Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religion and economic status.
Responsible for following all agency safety and health standards, regulations, procedures, policies and practices.
Identifies, initiates and implements measures to deliver high quality care to patients and improve services.
Responds efficiently and timely to all patient and provider staff needs and inquiries.
Ensures excellent customer service to all FHCCGLA patients.
Works with the operations managers to manage patient scheduling and flow to address bottlenecks, scheduling issues, etc.
Handles patient grievances according to FHCCGLA’s Policy & Procedure.
Assists in developing, updates & reviews of FHCCGLA Policies & Procedures (P&P’s) as needed (with input from all other key personnel).
Ensures HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of all patient data and E.H.R./Practice Management System (PMS) according to regulations and FHCCGLA’s P&P’s.
Attends the following meetings/trainings: Mandatory Quarterly Staff Meeting/Trainings- Quarterly (Jan., Apr., Jul. & Oct.), Corporate Risk Management Meeting- Quarterly (Jan., Apr., Jul. & Oct.), as needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible), Clinical & Operations (C&O) Meeting- As needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible), Meetings with FHCCGLA’s Executive Leadership, as needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible)
Other pertinent meetings- As scheduled
Remains informed of: Current legal and regulatory changes related to scope of practice, Specific programs/payors, insurances accepted, and services being offered at FHCCGLA, All applicable Policies & Procedures
All other job duties as assigned.