Dental Assistant

Sacramento Native American Health Center Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Dental Assistant, where you will play a vital role in patient care and support the dental team in providing exceptional service. This position involves assisting with various dental procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining a welcoming environment for patients. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to serving the community, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in healthcare and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and dental certifications required.
• Experience with electronic dental records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during procedures and maintain operatory readiness.
• Ensure patient comfort and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental x-ray Certification

8 hr. Infection Control Certification

Dental Practice Act Certification

Current CPR

Tools

NextGen

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2020 J Street - Sacramento, CA

Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Description

Here at SNAHC, you are joining a team and company at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about healthcare and giving back to the community.

Position Summary:

The Dental Assistant (DS), reporting to the Dental Clinic Supervisor, is essential in maintaining our four-handed dentistry procedures. The DA participates in chairside activities involving patient contact and explanation of treatment. In addition, the assistant will enable the dentist to be more efficient by carrying out specific tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Welcomes patients to the dental office
• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Removes glasses and any prosthetic appliance the patient may have
• Takes blood pressure and records it on the chart
• Helps patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Prepares operatory for patients following PPE guidelines
• Prepares materials and other necessary diagnostic treatment items necessary for the planned procedure
• Follows protocol for instrument sterilization
• Follows the chairside instructions of the provider
• Charts visits comprehensively and completes E&M coding in compliance with dental coding standards
• Fills in the day sheet with the appropriate procedure
• Transcribes documentation in EHR as directed by the provider
• Maintains a safe environment in the operatory
• Identifies items needed to keep inventory fully stocked
• Organizes lab cases for assigned providers
• Assists the front desk staff and treatment coordinator with responding to referrals, patient follow-up calls, answering phones, scheduling patients upon check-in and check-out, and other duties as the need may arise
• Performs all opening, closing, and maintenance procedures as described in sterilization and maintenance policies
• Works with multiple providers, as needed
• Practices four-handed dentistry
• Conducts Diagnostic Quality X-Rays
• Efficiently completes Preliminary Impressions
• Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to the position including HIPAA, sexual harassment, Scope of Practice, OSHA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks/multitask in a fast-moving environment
• Competency in communicating across the organization, and to patients daily
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to patients

Competencies:

• Planning and Organizing
• Communication and Relationships
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Safety
• Patient Preparation
• Operatory and Materials Preparation
• Patient Charting
• Provider Assistance
• Safety and PPE

Please Note: This position may be grant funded. Continued employment is contingent upon renewed or additional funding and may be discontinued at the close of the grant cycle. Grant funding for any position does not impart any contractual right, either expressed or implied, to remain in Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc.’s employment for a specific period of time. Grant funding does not affect the Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc.’s status as an “at will” employer.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dental x-ray Certification and experience
• 8 hr. Infection Control Certification
• Dental Practice Act Certification
• Current CPR

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NextGen or other electronic dental record systems
• Experience with Dental billing
• Experience with Denti-Cal guidelines
• Experience in an FQHC setting
• Knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of the diverse AI/AN community, as well as ability to work with other racially, culturally, ethnically, and financially diverse populations
• Bilingual