Registered Dental Assistant (Outpatient), AH Tulare (Full-Time, Day Shift)
Adventist Health•Tulare, CA
•$25 - $34•Onsite
About The Position
Provides appropriate oral health services to patients and families. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for dentist's use. Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including, but not limited to, taking/developing dental radiographs (x-rays).
Requirements
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Required
- Radiation Safety Certificate: Required
- Coronal Polish license: Required
- Sealant license: Required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
- AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Responsibilities
- Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment.
- Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
- Greets and prepares patients for treatment.
- Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs.
- Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
- Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines.
- Records medical and dental histories and vital signs, and treatment information of patient.
- Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals.
- Provides patient education materials.
- Maintains an appropriate office environment.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
