Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Continuing Education

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time off

Shift premium for weekend work

Job summary

PDS Health is seeking a Dental Assistant for Castro Valley to join our team of experienced professionals. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team and gain valuable experience by supporting the dentist and patients.

Responsibilities include training other assistants, managing patient flow, developing the assistant team, ensuring infection control per CDC guidelines, and maintaining supplies within budget. We value teamwork and a clean, welcoming office environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with state-mandated certification/licensure
• Associate degree or certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Train and coach dental assistants to perform at best ability
• Manage patient flow to maximize the experience for the patient as well as creating an efficient, effective day for the dentist
• Develop the dental assistant team through support of learning plans and expansion of individual knowledge with regards to clinical technology and skill sets
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively
• Escort patients to/from the front desk
• Maintain infection control, sterilization and disinfection processes for all products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with the CDC guidelines
• Maintain a clean and sterile workplace creating an atmosphere where your patients feel comfortable assist the doctors
• Maintain appropriate and adequate general and specialty clinical supply in the dental practice; while simultaneously remain fiscally responsible by adhering to the established budget
• Educate team on basic maintenance, as appropriate and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Infection control

Confidentiality

Education

GED or high school diploma

Associate degree or certificate

Job description

Description

Now is the time to join Castro Valley Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

Overview

Responsibilities

• Train and coach all other dental assistants in order to ensure they can perform to their best ability
• Manage patient flow to maximize the experience for the patient as well as creating an efficient, effective day for the dentist
• Develop the dental assistant team through support of learning plans and expansion of individual knowledge with regards to clinical technology and skill sets
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively
• Ensure patients are escorted to/from the front desk
• Manage infection control, sterilization and disinfection processes for all products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines
• Maintain a clean and sterile workplace creating an atmosphere where your patients feel comfortable assist the doctors
• Maintain appropriate and adequate general and specialty clinical supply in the dental practice; while simultaneously remain fiscally responsible by adhering to the established budget
• Educate team on basic maintenance, as appropriate and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure, s, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and in writing, to patients and co-workers
• Effective team builder that can cultivate an environment and promote company culture
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, State Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices)
• Ability to direct the work of others and work as a team leader in attainment of goals
• Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentially with employee records, compensation information, etc

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Continuing Education (CE Units)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

Salary Information

$26.25-$36.50 / Hourly