Dental Assistant

AltaMed Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Los Angeles is seeking dedicated Dental Assistants with a passion for making a difference. In this role, you will assist dentists and hygienists in delivering exceptional care to patients, while receiving competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plans

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
• Valid BLS certification as per AHA or Red Cross guidelines.
• Preferred completion of an accredited course in dental assisting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing primary care dental services to patients.
• Sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments.
• Ensure proper infection control in all areas involving patient care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Infection Control

X-Ray Certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act

Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting

Job description

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If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Dental Assistant position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and the dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services to patients at the clinic or in the mobile oral health unit as well as for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments supplies, and for proper infection control of all areas involving patient care.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
• X-Ray, infection control required
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
• Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
  
  

Compensation

$25.00 - $25.00 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance
  
  

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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