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Community Health Systems, Inc.

Dental Assistant Job at Community Health Systems, Inc. in Fallbrook

Community Health Systems, Inc., Fallbrook, CA, US, 92088

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Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking reliable and experienced Dental Assistants to become a part of our CHSI Dental Team in Bloomington, CA

Under the direction of the Staff Dentist in charge, the Dental Assistant will maintain equipment, materials used, and supplies within the working area. Works closely with the Dentist by assisting in patient care through dental procedures, oral hygiene, restorative, prosthetic and surgical care, radiology exams, education and training.

 

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for providing routine assistance to the Dentist in the examination and prophylactic, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients.
  • Well-developed chair side-assisting skills that demonstrate familiarity with the principles of four-handed dentistry.
  • Able to handle and/or mix dental materials such as amalgam, temporary filling material, impressions, and cements.
  • Sets up standard and/or sterile trays properly for various operations and procedures.
  • Communication and explanation with the patient in regard to the procedures they will be undergoing.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent; GED

Experience: 6 months or more experience as a Dental Assistant; experience working in dental/medical field preferred. New grads are also welcome to apply!

Professional License Required: Dental Assistant Certificate, current BLS Certification and X-Ray license required.

Certifications Required: CA Dental Practice Act Certificate; Infection Control Certificate; Pit and Fissure Sealants; Coronal Polishing Certificate; Radiation Safety Certificate

Skills Required: Knowledge and use of clinical/laboratory dental instruments, supplies, and equipment. Full proficiency in operating laboratory and dental equipment.

We have exciting compensation and benefits package that await our successful candidates:

  • Outstanding medical, dental and vision benefits!
  • Life insurance
  • Long term care insurance
  • Flexible spending
  • Paid time-off
  • Sick leaves
  • 403B Retirement Plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Career growth
  • Annual Pay Increase (Performance-Based)
Company Description
Community Health Systems, Inc (CHSI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Non-Profit 501 (C)(3), operating six community health centers in the tri-county area of: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego.
CHSI focuses on providing high quality and compassionate medical, dental, women’s health, behavioral health, and vision care services to those who are under-served, uninsured, or under-insured.

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Bloomington Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC)

Company Description

Community Health Systems, Inc (CHSI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Non-Profit 501 (C)(3), operating six community health centers in the tri-county area of: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego. \r\nCHSI focuses on providing high quality and compassionate medical, dental, women’s health, behavioral health, and vision care services to those who are under-served, uninsured, or under-insured. \r\n\r\nCommunity Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Bloomington Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC)