Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits

AltaMed Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 28 413 - 40 467; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Corporate Employee Discounts

Résumé du poste

A prominent health services provider in Los Angeles is looking for a Dental Assistant starting at $25/hour with full benefits. The role involves assisting dentists in providing primary dental care and managing sterilization of dental instruments. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a completed accredited dental assisting course, and BLS certification. This entry-level full-time position offers opportunities for career advancement and benefits including medical insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid BLS certification or higher following AHA or Red Cross guidelines.
• Valid CA Driver's License if assigned to Mobile Units is required.
• Background DOJ/FBI clearance completion required within 30 days of hire for Mobile Units.

Responsabilités

• Assist the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in primary care dental services.
• Conduct sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments.
• Ensure proper infection control in areas involving patient care.

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

Formation

High School diploma or GED certificate

Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting

Coronal Polishing Certification

Successful completion of a board-approved course in X-Ray

Description du poste

Dental Assistant – Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits

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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.
• Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting is preferred.
• Coronal Polishing Certification, Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting.
• Successful completion of a board-approved course in X-Ray, infection control required.
• A valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
• Valid CA Driver's License, if assigned to Mobile Units, required.
• Successful completion of background DOJ/FBI clearance within 30 days of hire, if assigned to Mobile Units, is required.
• 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

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services