Dental Assistant I - Patient-Centered Care Pro

Open Door Community Health Centers; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Door Community Health Centers in Crescent City, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dentists and dental hygienists in a patient-centered team. The RDA I will perform chair-side assistance, radiography, sterilization, and patient education while adhering to California RDA scope and OSHA guidelines.

The position requires current California RDA registration, CPR, coronal polishing, radiography, and sealant certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of accredited Dental Assistant training program or 15 months of dental assistant experience.
• Current California RDA registration and required certificates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and assist chair-side.
• Assist dentist with procedures including cleanings, fillings, crowns, and extractions.
• Take, develop and mount X-rays and manage imaging equipment.
• Practice sterilization and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Communication

Charting

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

EMR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assistant training program

15 months of dental assistant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Dental imaging software

Job description

Open Door Community Health Centers in Crescent City, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dentists and dental hygienists in a patient-centered team. The RDA I will perform chair-side assistance, radiography, sterilization, and patient education while adhering to California RDA scope and OSHA guidelines.

The position requires current California RDA registration, CPR, coronal polishing, radiography, and sealant certifications.