Registered Dental Assistant (Temporary)

ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE The Registered Dental Assistant will establish dental hygiene protocols and procedures to ensure a positive patient experience. In addition, this role will assist providers with documenting patient findings, treatment plans, and outcomes. Note: This is a temporary full-time position with an anticipated end of assignment in September 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides high‑quality dental hygiene within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care by assessing dental conditions and risk, using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental & perio‑charting, and taking patient vital signs as required. Documents dental history of chief complaint; records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental staff. Provides chair‑side assistance to the dentist in the performance of special tests, procedures, and complex treatments. Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse development during treatment of patients. Evaluates patients and implements treatment regimens under the supervision of the dentist. Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x‑rays, application of sealants, fluorides, and varnishes, making impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts and related procedures. Provides complete documentation of all findings, treatments, and outcomes. Initiates oral health education and prevention activities. Develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education and risk protocols, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of a dentist. Documents lab procedures and ensures follow‑up on results. Reviews and interprets patient dental records. Assists in the preparation of patient care areas, patient admissions, transfers, and discharge processes, as required. Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment and patient rooms. Prepares reports and assists with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage, and other office duties, as needed. Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy. Provides support to Mobile Dental Services, including traveling to off‑site locations to provide services.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma/GED required. Valid CA Registered Dental Assistant license required. Valid X‑Ray license required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)‑Approved source required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment. AHA‑approved courses include an in‑person, hands‑on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques. Online‑only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement. Bilingual (English/Spanish) or (English/Arabic) preferred. One year of registered dental assisting or related experience preferred. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing, and proofreading skills. Knowledge and understanding of dental terminology. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Knowledgeable about and experience with full scope dentistry procedures and oral radiographic services, known as six‑handed dentistry. Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Applications, eCW, and Sidexis. Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent planning and organizational ability. Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner. Pay Range $27.21 – $38.10 per hour, depending on experience (DOE). Compensation Disclosure The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, budgetary considerations, and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized. #J-18808-Ljbffr Neighborhood Healthcare