DEPARTMENT: Dental Clinic
CLASSIFICATION: Regular Full-Time 100% (based on a 40 hour alternative work
week)
REPORTS TO: Office Manager
Salary: Depends on experience (around $14-16/hr)

ABOUT THE POSITION:
Under general direction the individual in this position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the clinic. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for assuring that dental operatories are adequately stocked and are ready for patients; for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies; provide diagnostic aids including x-ray and taking and recording medical and dental histories. The individual may be working on Fridays and Saturdays in the future.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Requires high school diploma or equivalent; completion of dental assistant training program supplemented by one year dental assistant experience in a dental office. Must possess a California X-ray license, pit and fissure sealant license and be a R.D.A.
2. Ability to work courteously and effectively as a team member to support the quality/efficiency standards established for the clinic; work independently; exercise good judgment; spell correctly; communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow oral/written instructions, perform clerical work in a methodical, independent and thorough manner with speed and accuracy.
3. Ability to work in fourhanded dentistry
4. Proficient in digital charting and digital radiography (QSI preferred)
5. Knowledge of dental terminology, and office practices and procedures
6. Must have the physical stamina to function effectively in a position that which involves continuous movement
7. Experience in a pediatric setting with medically compromised patients is preferred but not required
8. Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Prepares instruments, materials and medication for use in dental procedures; cleans sterilizes, and maintains an adequate supply of instruments, maintains functioning instruments and equipment, prepares inventory and maintains dental supplies
2. Provide diagnostic aids including x-ray and taking and recording medical and dental histories
3. Maintains all dental clinic areas in compliance with dental clinic directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues
4. Performs clinical supportive functions, including preparing and dismissing patients
5. Provides post-operative instructions prescribed by the dentist
6. Assist in maintaining patient treatment records and maintaining equipment and instruments
7. Performs lab procedures such as pouring and trimming models; fabricate space maintainers
8. Participates in, in-service training programs, attends staff meetings and as required
9. Participates in appropriate health promotion/disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required
10. Travels when necessary to meet operational needs
11. Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Salary
Career Level Required Experienced (Non-Manager)
Experience Required 1+ to 2 Years
Education Required High School or equivalent
Job Type Employee
Job Status Full Time