Registered Dental Assistant

WELLSPACE HEALTH•Sacramento, CA

11d•$27 - $36•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, the Registered Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients. This role involves ensuring dental operatories are adequately stocked and ready for patients, managing the sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies, and providing diagnostic aids such as X-rays. The assistant will also be responsible for taking and recording medical and dental histories. Travel to other locations within the Sacramento Region may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Active California Registered Dental Assistant license required.
Completion of a 2-hour California Dental Practice Act Course within the last 2 years.
Completion of a board-approved 2-hour course on Infection Control within the last 2 years.
Current CPR and First Aid Certificate or willingness to be trained required within the first 90 days of employment.
Must possess a California X-Ray License or board-approved Radiation Safety Certificate.
Must possess a Coronal Polish Certificate.
Completion of Dental Assistant training program with a Dental Assisting Certificate; or one year of Dental Assistant experience in a dental office.
Ability to work courteously and effectively as a team member to support the quality/efficiency standards established for the clinic.
Ability to work independently; exercise good judgment; spell correctly.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow oral/written instructions.
Perform clerical work in a methodical, independent and thorough manner with speed and accuracy.
Ability to work in four-handed dentistry.
Proficient in digital charting and digital radiography (QSI preferred).
Knowledge of dental terminology, and office practices and procedures.
Must be able to function effectively in a position that involves continuous movement.
Commitment to HIPAA and ability to abide by standards of professional ethics and maintain confidentiality.
Adherence to infection control procedures, including but not limited to, standard precautions of temperature monitoring, hand washing, symptom self-monitoring, masking and social distancing.
Assist and support the Center/Department/Program to meet standards of High Reliability.
Must be willing to successfully complete the credentialing process.

Nice To Haves

Pit and Fissure Sealant Certification preferred.
Experience in a pediatric setting with medically compromised patients is preferred but not required.
Fluency in additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares instruments, materials, and medications for use in dental procedures.
Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains an adequate supply of instruments.
Maintains functioning instruments and equipment.
Prepares inventory and maintains dental supplies.
Provides diagnostic aids including x-ray and taking and recording medical and dental histories.
Maintains all dental clinic areas in compliance with dental clinic directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues.
Performs clinical supportive functions, including preparing and dismissing patients.
Provides post-operative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
Assists in maintaining patient treatment records and maintaining equipment and instruments.
Performs lab procedures such as pouring and trimming models.
Participates in in-service training programs and attends staff meetings as required.
Participates in appropriate health promotion/disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required.
Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
Other duties as assigned by Dental Center Manager.

Benefits

Regionally competitive salary
Above average health benefits at reduced costs
Company paid life insurance
Company paid long-term disability insurance
Additional voluntary retirement plan with company match and no vesting schedule requirement
Paid bereavement leave
Paid jury duty leave
11 paid holidays per year
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Flexible Spending Program
Company paid malpractice insurance for all providers
Professional development hours offered annually