Dental Assistant

East Valley Community Health Center; Pomona (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center in Pomona is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a full-range dental services operation. The role involves assisting dentists during procedures, managing patient information, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in dental assistance, along with a commitment to patient care and teamwork.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side assistance to dentists during dental procedures.
• Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supplies and equipment.
• Maintains housekeeping and sterilization records.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Knowledge of dental procedures and protocols

Education

Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program

Completion of a California Board-approved radiation safety course

Proof of completion of an approved 8-hour infection control course

Job description

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Under general supervision of the Lead Dental Assistant and Dentist, provides a range of clinical, administrative, and staff support to a full-range dental services operation. Assists in dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies following established protocols, policies, and standards. Supports day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office activities.

Major Responsibilities and Functions

• Provides chair-side assistance to dentists during dental procedures.
• Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supplies and equipment per OSHA standards.
• Maintains housekeeping and sterilization records.
• Sets up trays for procedures.
• Performs radiographs as directed by the dentist (only if certified in radiation safety).
• Develops and processes dental radiographs per provider instructions.
• Monitors and maintains radiation safety protocols.
• Manages inventory of dental supplies.
• Interacts with and processes patient information.
• Performs telephone triage and patient interviews.
• Maintains dental laboratory slips and records.
• Assists in monthly reporting and quality improvement activities.
• Ensures smooth patient flow, checks in patients, and communicates next steps.
• Verifies patient eligibility and assists with program enrollment.
• Updates patient demographic and insurance information in the electronic system.
• Handles payments in accordance with EVCHC policies.
• Obtains necessary documentation from patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Dental Assistant.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program or certification.
• Proof of completion of an approved 8-hour infection control course.
• Completion of a California Board-approved radiation safety course.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and protocols.

Salary: DOE: $23.00 - $30.44 per hour.

East Valley offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off, and holidays.

Please submit your current resume to apply. Principals only; recruiters, do not contact this posting.

East Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.