Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Day shift 4/10's Mon-Thus 0700-1730. Must have 2+ years' experience. Experience with a fast-paced office and denture cases. Experience in a RHC but not required. Need sealant certification Location - 5125 Skyway, STE 270, Paradise, CA 95969

Job Summary: Provides appropriate oral health services to patients and families. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for dentist's use. Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including, but not limited to, taking/developing dental radiographs (x-rays).

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Required Radiation Safety Certificate: Required Coronal Polish license: Required Sealant license: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions: Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment. Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures. Greets and prepares patients for treatment. Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs. Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures. Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines. Records medical and dental histories and vital signs, and treatment information of patient. Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals. Provides patient education materials. Maintains an appropriate office environment. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify.