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Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

LifeLong Medical Care • Berkeley, CA, US
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Benefits

Compensation : $23 - $23.69 / hour. We offer excellent benefits including : medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.

Responsibilities

  • Assists dentist(s) chairside in all phases of dentistry.
  • Manages patient behavior during treatment.
  • Performs all Dental Assistant duties permitted in the State of California Dental Practice Act, including : Operates dental radiographic equipment for the purpose of oral radiology; takes diagnostic quality x-rays, developing and mounting correctly as requested by the dentist(s) as often as needed.Performs non-scaling prophylaxis and coronal polishing.Applies topical fluoride varnish and / or gel.Provides patients with oral hygiene and post-operative instructions following dental procedures.
  • Documents treatment and patient information in dental software programs.
  • Performs duties using mobile dental equipment.
  • Adheres to all OSHA and regulatory sterilization, infection control, and protective barrier guidelines.
  • Adheres to all HIPAA regulations in handling patient information.
  • Works at non-home clinics as assigned.
  • Performs other duties when assigned by the Dental Manager, Associate Clinical Dental Director, and Chief Dental Officer.

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills.
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
  • Strong communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing, including to patients, other employees, community partners, and vendors.
  • Ability to seek direction from Dental Manager on essential matters while also working independently with limited supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
  • Ability to work as a team with professionals of different work styles and support needs.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to provide effective care to patients of diverse backgrounds in a culturally sensitive manner.
  • Ability to conduct oneself in external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
  • Ability to see how one’s work intersects with that of other LifeLong departments and partner organizations.
  • Ability to make use of the knowledge, expertise, and connections of other staff.
  • Creativity, maturity, and a proactive “can do” attitude.
  • Ability to continuously “scan” the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.
  • Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association-approved organization.
  • Completion of a Dental Board-certified Dental Assisting training program, with the following current and valid certifications for the State of California : Radiation Safety, Infection Control, Dental Practice Act, and Coronal Polishing.
  • Ability to fulfill all Dental Assistant duties permitted by the State of California Dental Practice Act.
  • Knowledge of all dental materials and equipment and ability to assist dentist(s) in their proper use.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications : Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to handwrite legibly on internal and external documentation.
  • Access to reliable transportation with current auto insurance.
  • Maintenance of proper hand hygiene, with fingernails no longer than 2mm over fingertips and only smooth, flat nail polish worn.
  • Job Preferences

  • One year of relevant dental clinic experience.
  • Experience with Dentrix software system.
  • Experience working with children.
  • Willingness to take part in health fairs and other community events for the purpose of oral health education
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