Dental Assistant Job at Lumina HealthCare in Glendale

Overview

Mobile Dental Assistant

Lumina Healthcare has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Mobile Dental Assistant to work in the Glendale, AZ area. Qualified candidates will travel by company van to multiple facilities within a designated territory. We are currently seeking a Mobile Dental Assistant to join our progressive mobile dental practice.

Hiring Immediately! $500 Retention Bonus! (Payable after 90 days in good standing).

Responsibilities

• Prepare clinical cart and supplies for the day’s schedule.
• Drive the company vehicle to various health care facilities.
• Assist the doctor with setting up for treatment and clean up after treatment.
• Carry equipment in and out of facilities and set up as required.
• At the end of the day, clean and sterilize instruments and restock the cart as needed.
• Round daily at multiple facilities and maintain cleanliness and organization of mobile carts and units.
• Check in with Social Services, provide check-in and check-out forms, and maintain patient records with confidentiality.
• Verify patient identification prior to treatment and assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Explain post-treatment oral care, provide oral hygiene instructions, and communicate with facility staff as needed.
• Order and load supplies and equipment as needed; ensure all equipment, instruments, and supplies are accounted for before exiting facilities.
• Maintain and operate the company vehicle in a clean and safe manner according to company policies.
• Participate in all training requirements and perform duties only within the scope of licensure as a Dental Assistant.

Qualifications

• Dental Certificate and X-ray Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (California or Arizona as applicable).
• One year of experience as a dental assistant or equivalent preferred, but willing to train.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, sterilization, and infection control.
• Familiarity with basic computer usage for online training, patient record access, and email.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds of dental equipment.

Skills / Experience / Licensure Requirements

• One year of experience as a dental assistant or equivalent preferred, but willing to train.
• Dental Certificate and X-ray Certification required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, including sterilization and infection control.
• Driving of company vehicle required; must have Arizona or California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.
• Familiar with basic computer usage required for online training, patient record access and email.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds of dental equipment to carry into and out of facilities and corporate office.

Physical / Mental Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
• Frequent bending and reaching.
• Frequent driving / travel in a company van.
• Requires visual and hearing acuity.
• Gross motor skills; able to lift and carry 75 pounds due to moving equipment carts.