TEMP Dental Assistant

DAP Health•Nuevo, CA

71d•Onsite

About The Position

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission. Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Operations for Dental or designee, the Dental Assistant (DA) will provide back-office support for the dental clinic. Position: Temporary Full-time Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Duties/Responsibilities Perform all Dental Assistant (DA) duties allowed under the Dental Practice Act of California Prepare exam rooms between patients Direct patients to and from exam rooms Provide patient care and assistance before, during and after dental procedures Prepare and arrange dental instruments and equipment needed for each procedure Take radiographs as necessary having completed a board-approved radiation safety course Act as backup to all dental assistants at all locations, as needed Process used dental instruments and equipment to include receiving, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilization of semi-critical and critical items Maintain dental rooms to be clean and well-stocked Work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities Consistently act in a professional and courteous manner, help establish and maintain the highest service standards for the dental clinic, and comply with DAP Health's policies and procedures Ensure patient safety Gather, record, and update patients' health information and history as needed Assist with the patient flow during clinic hours Check equipment to ensure proper functioning Demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to safety and infection control policies and procedures Demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information Show sensitivity to differences in culture and provide service in a way that patients/families/colleagues perceive as positive and supportive Maintain positive working relationships with all DAP Health Dental Clinic staff to ensure the continuity of care to all patients Interface effectively in a team environment with agency staff, interns, and volunteers Handle crisis and stressful situations in an effective, calm, and respectful manner Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge of dental assistant procedures, treatment planning, principles and methods of sterilization and Infection Control
Knowledge of Digital X-ray and Electronic Dental Records required
Ability to:
Interpret client files and dental charts
Learn and navigate through the Epic system
Have basic computer skills
Comprehend and follow oral and written directions
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor with all individuals
Read, write, and communicate in English
Effective written and verbal communication skills with all levels of individuals
California Dental Practice Act: Completed a 2-hour course approved by the Dental Board of California
Infection Control: Completed an 8-hour course approved by the Dental Board of California
Xray License Certificate: Board-approved radiation safety course
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross accredited Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Ability to lift 24 pounds
Operates in a clinical setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, walking, repetitive motion, and talking
Involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body fluids, and non-intact skin or tissue specimens is required
Handling of biohazardous materials required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred
Minimum of (1) year experience as a dental assistant preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all Dental Assistant (DA) duties allowed under the Dental Practice Act of California
Prepare exam rooms between patients
Direct patients to and from exam rooms
Provide patient care and assistance before, during and after dental procedures
Prepare and arrange dental instruments and equipment needed for each procedure
Take radiographs as necessary having completed a board-approved radiation safety course
Act as backup to all dental assistants at all locations, as needed
Process used dental instruments and equipment to include receiving, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilization of semi-critical and critical items
Maintain dental rooms to be clean and well-stocked
Work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
Consistently act in a professional and courteous manner, help establish and maintain the highest service standards for the dental clinic, and comply with DAP Health's policies and procedures
Ensure patient safety
Gather, record, and update patients' health information and history as needed
Assist with the patient flow during clinic hours
Check equipment to ensure proper functioning
Demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to safety and infection control policies and procedures
Demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information
Show sensitivity to differences in culture and provide service in a way that patients/families/colleagues perceive as positive and supportive
Maintain positive working relationships with all DAP Health Dental Clinic staff to ensure the continuity of care to all patients
Interface effectively in a team environment with agency staff, interns, and volunteers
Handle crisis and stressful situations in an effective, calm, and respectful manner
Perform other duties as assigned