Registered Dental Assistant

JOB SUMMARY This position is a member of the oral health team and provides direct and indirect support to the Dentist before, during and after the provision of dental care services. EXPECTATIONS Adheres to all Harbor Community Health Center (HarborCHC) policies and procedures. Observes all policies and procedures for the use of the time‑keeping system, including attendance, tardiness, proper clocking procedure, overtime authorization, and ensuring the employee nametag is visible. Conducts self in a manner that represents HarborCHC’s core values at all times. Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work‑related contacts. Communicates regularly with his/her immediate supervisor about departmental and HarborCHC concerns. Consistently reports to work prepared to perform the duties of the position. Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates. Fosters an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among all staff. Provides excellent customer service. MISSION AND VALUES Our mission is to provide quality, comprehensive, healthcare and supportive services to those in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Employees must possess a strong commitment to the mission, policies, goals and philosophy of HarborCHC. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare treatment room for patient. Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting seating, and draping patient. Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist’s access; suctioning; passing instruments. Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth as allowed under state and federal rules and regulations. Provide diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; call for repairs when necessary. Maintain inventory of dental supplies and order supplies as needed. Participate in all safety/compliance programs. Promote patient satisfaction principles and foster an excellent environment for the patient and their family. Cross‑train with front office tasks such as checking in patients, scheduling appointments, and checking insurance. Perform mouth‑mirror inspections of the oral cavity, including charting obvious lesions, existing restorations, and missing teeth. Apply and activate bleaching agents using a non‑laser light‑curing device. Use automated caries detection devices and record findings before placement of pit and fissure sealants. Obtain intraoral images for computer‑aided design (CAD). Perform pulp vitality testing and record findings. Place bases, liners, etch, and bonding agents for restorative procedures. Chemically prepare teeth for bonding for restorative procedures. Place, adjust, and finish direct provisional restorations. Size stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns, and bands. Fabricate temporary crowns intra‑orally. Remove excess cement with an ultrasonic scaler from supragingival surfaces of teeth undergoing orthodontic treatment. Apply pit and fissure sealants. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Successfully complete Board‑approved courses in radiation safety. Current and active RDA license from the Dental Board of California. Successfully complete and show proof of a Board‑approved course in the Dental Practice Act, an eight‑hour Board‑approved course in infection control, and proof of a basic life support (CPR) card. Submit fingerprint clearances from both the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Require knowledge of dental/office equipment and dental/medical terminology. 2 years minimum experience as a dental assistant (preferred). Must be able to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and written. Ability to work with diverse populations. Treat all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect. HR PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS Legal authorization to work in the United States. Clear all post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening, and education verification. Must be vaccinated against COVID‑19 or have a qualifying medical/religious exemption. This is not intended to cover all aspects of your description as additional duties may be assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust. Hours HarborCHC is open Monday‑Thursday 7:00 am‑7:00 pm, Friday 8:15 am‑5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am‑5:00 pm with occasional overtime, or other shifts based on clinic need. This is a non‑exempt position and any overtime must be approved by the Supervisor in advance. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT HarborCHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age, reproductive health decision‑making, military or veteran status, use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, and any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. This policy applies whether the individual has or is perceived to have any of the characteristics protected by law or is associated with a person who has or is perceived to have any of the characteristics protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DISCLAIMER The above statements define this position as it currently exists and are intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. They are not to be considered as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and do not limit the assignment of additional duties at the discretion of the supervisor. HarborCHC is an at‑will employer. In addition, HarborCHC may change your duties, compensation or hours, or transfer, reassign, promote, demote, suspend or otherwise change the terms and conditions of your employment (other than the at‑will relationship), with or without cause or prior notice. Job Type: Full‑time Benefits 403(b) matching Continuing education credits Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Work Location: In person Work Schedule: M‑F 8:00 am‑5:00 pm (TBD by supervisor) Compensation details 26.5‑28.5 Hourly Wage #J-18808-Ljbffr