Marin City Health and Wellness Center is hiring: Dental Assistant in San Francis

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Qualifications

Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Assistant will provide dental treatment to patients of Marin City Health & Wellness Center (MCHWC). The Dental Assistant must communicate well, establish rapport with patients and their families, and be sensitive to the needs of the Marin City community and Southern Marin residents. The Dental Assistant should be familiar with the goals of MCHWC and its dental program, expressing enthusiasm and commitment for its success. Willingness to learn new procedures and terminology, and proficiency in all phases of assistance as outlined below, are essential.

• Proficient in all phases of 4-handed dental assisting for prosthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, preventative, restorative, and diagnostic procedures.
• Familiar with dental terminology, medications, and instruments used during procedures.
• Perform expanded duties within legal scope.
• Clean and sterilize instruments after treatment.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment.
• Teach patients oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain dental supply inventory.
• Keep operatory and laboratory clean and organized.
• Use motivational interviewing and caries risk assessment tools.
• Present treatment plans to patients.
• Assist with referrals and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain professional attitude and appearance.
• Maintain current licensure through continuing education.
• Take digital radiographs proficiently.
• Coordinate lab cases, track cases, and communicate scheduling needs.
• Record examination findings and update patient records in OpenDental/EHR.
• Perform laboratory duties as instructed.
• Work collaboratively with staff and management.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy policies.
• Provide administrative support to the Dentist.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting School or minimum two years recent experience as RDA preferred.
• Valid CA RDA license and certification.
• X-ray license.
• Current CPR and CE courses.
• Positive attitude, team player, able to follow directions.
• Understanding of the mission and values of the health center.
• Sensitivity to a multicultural population.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in dental or FQHC setting preferred.

Language Skills

• Excellent organization, writing, and verbal skills.
• English proficiency required; Spanish preferred.

Additional Details

• Entry level, full-time position.
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.