South Central Family Health Center
Dental Assistant
South Central Family Health Center, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Title
Dental Assistant
Base Salary Range $45,760- $47,840 plus benefits
FTE Full-time, Non-Exempt
Overview Seeking for a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant who wants to make a difference in our community. We want to hear from you if you thrive in a fast-paced, caring, and compassionate environment!
Our Mission The Mission of South Central Family Health Center is to improve the quality of life for the diverse Community of inner city Los Angeles by providing affordable and comprehensive health care and education in a welcoming and multi-cultural environment. To lead the way in health care in South Los Angeles, as the premier provider and employer of choice offering comprehensive, high quality, affordable, efficient and culturally responsive services.
General Summary The Unlicensed Dental Assistant is under the supervision of a licensed dentist and is responsible for a wide range of tasks. The Unlicensed Dental Assistant will prepare patients for treatment or checkups. Perform basic supportive dental procedures and set up instruments and equipment needed for procedures and keep records. The ideal candidate will have to perform some of the following essential duties.
Prepares patient, sterilize or disinfects instruments, set up instrument trays, prepares materials, or assists dentist during dental procedures
Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting seating, and draping patient
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirement; calls for repairs, when necessary
Records treatment information in patient records
Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Assists dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies
Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
Orders and monitors dental supplies and equipment inventory
Qualifications and Certifications Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Completion of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental assisting programs in the United States required
Dental Assistant Certificate
Current BLS Certification required
Experience
Must have 1 to 3 years of dental assistant experience
Training at an accredited dental assisting program
Must have minimum 0 to 2.5 years of Dental front and back-office experience
Skills and Abilities
Bilingual Bi-literate English / Spanish preferred
Strong charting / documentation skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
Must be able to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and written
Benefits and Perks As a team member at South Central Family Health Center, you'll enjoy competitive wages and generous benefits. These include:
Health care, dental, life insurance
403(b) Retirement plan
Education Reimbursement
Career development: Entry-level employees have opportunities to work in management, HR or other areas of the company
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Base Salary Range $45,760- $47,840 plus benefits
FTE Full-time, Non-Exempt
Overview Seeking for a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant who wants to make a difference in our community. We want to hear from you if you thrive in a fast-paced, caring, and compassionate environment!
Our Mission The Mission of South Central Family Health Center is to improve the quality of life for the diverse Community of inner city Los Angeles by providing affordable and comprehensive health care and education in a welcoming and multi-cultural environment. To lead the way in health care in South Los Angeles, as the premier provider and employer of choice offering comprehensive, high quality, affordable, efficient and culturally responsive services.
General Summary The Unlicensed Dental Assistant is under the supervision of a licensed dentist and is responsible for a wide range of tasks. The Unlicensed Dental Assistant will prepare patients for treatment or checkups. Perform basic supportive dental procedures and set up instruments and equipment needed for procedures and keep records. The ideal candidate will have to perform some of the following essential duties.
Prepares patient, sterilize or disinfects instruments, set up instrument trays, prepares materials, or assists dentist during dental procedures
Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting seating, and draping patient
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirement; calls for repairs, when necessary
Records treatment information in patient records
Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Assists dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies
Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
Orders and monitors dental supplies and equipment inventory
Qualifications and Certifications Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Completion of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental assisting programs in the United States required
Dental Assistant Certificate
Current BLS Certification required
Experience
Must have 1 to 3 years of dental assistant experience
Training at an accredited dental assisting program
Must have minimum 0 to 2.5 years of Dental front and back-office experience
Skills and Abilities
Bilingual Bi-literate English / Spanish preferred
Strong charting / documentation skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
Must be able to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and written
Benefits and Perks As a team member at South Central Family Health Center, you'll enjoy competitive wages and generous benefits. These include:
Health care, dental, life insurance
403(b) Retirement plan
Education Reimbursement
Career development: Entry-level employees have opportunities to work in management, HR or other areas of the company
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