Registered Dental Assistant I

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Registered Dental Assistant I HOMELESS - LAFH, North Hollywood, CA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 5074 Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is responsible for providing the patient with high quality care by performing a variety of office, laboratory, and patient care duties. The RDA assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures by preparing patients and handling instruments and materials. The RDA also performs many other tasks including clinical infection control procedures, maintaining, and ordering materials/supplies, cleaning and disinfecting operatories, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, maintaining equipment, taking x-rays, educating patients and other duties as allowed under the California state law under the licensing of RDA. Reports to : Chief Dental Officer (CDO), Manager of Dental Operations, RDA Business Office Manager Qualifications: Registered Dental Assistant I Registered Dental Assistant license issued by the Dental Board of California. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant *Note: Business and Professions Code Section 1752.6 states in part that “A registered dental assistant licensed on and after January 1, 2010, shall provide evidence of successful completion of a board-approved course in the application of pit and fissure sealants prior to the first expiration date of his or her license that requires the completion of continuing education as a condition of renewal”. All Registered Dental Assistants must meet the following additional requirements: Must maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with corporate CPR Policy. Computer skills in electronic dental/health record systems, and database systems. Fluency in English (speak, read, and write). Fluency in Spanish (speak, translate, read, and write) is required. Ability to work effectively as a team player. Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment. Basic leadership skills. Ability to work effectively as a team player. 10. Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among members and staff. 11. Ability to solve problems and make routine recommendations. 12. Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner including sensitivity with individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles. 13. Demonstrated ability to set priorities for tasks to work effectively in spite of interruptions and under minimal supervision. Self-starter, reliable and dependable. 14. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and has knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. He or she is able to identify and categorize each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. 15. Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and other patient/client information. 16. Current California driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to drive on the job) Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr NORTHEAST VALLEY HEALTH CORPORATION