Registered Dental Assistant - ICC

HealthRIGHT 360•San Francisco, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthRIGHT 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. The organization aims to address systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity. Their services include mental health care, substance use treatment, and primary health services, along with transitional support for individuals re-entering the community. The HealthRIGHT 360 dental clinic offers compassionate, comprehensive oral healthcare, with staff experienced in serving individuals affected by homelessness and poverty. The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) works under the supervision of a Dentist, Dental Director, and RDA Manager to assist in providing dental treatment. The role involves chairside assistance, patient care, preparing patients, taking X-rays, ensuring infection control, and managing patient records. This position requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to compassionate care.

Requirements

Registered Dental Assistant License from the Dental Board of California.
High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid and CPR certification.
On the job training or Certification in Dental Assisting.
Prior experience in front desk reception, administrative and/or customer service.
Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory background check.
Must be capable of meeting health screening and tuberculosis testing requirements.
Must be capable of maintaining credential requirements.
Must be capable of meeting the program and funder requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
1-3 years’ experience working in a dental office setting, preferably in a community dental clinic

Responsibilities

Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
Prepares each operatory and patient for treatment.
Takes and prepares radiographs using digital technology.
Provides active chair-side assistance to the Dentist and anticipates the provider’s needs.
At the conclusion of patient care, assists the patient, clears the work site and prepares for the next patient.
Monitors the flow of laboratory cases.
Monitors and records sterilization cycles.
Maintains and inventories supplies.
Helps to manage patient flow in clinic.
Follows proper infection control protocols for the practice.
Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.
Polish the patient’s teeth to remove stains and soft deposits.
Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.
Apply pit and fissure sealants.
Remove surgical sutures.
Adapt temporary crowns.
Place topical medications.
Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.