• Responsible for maintaining the current status to meet CDC and CALOSHA requirements.
• Participate in educational development activities to maintain current license and employment status.
• Prepare patients, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, and prepare materials.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of the patient.
• Accountable for exposing diagnostic dental X-rays.
• Assist the dentist during procedures, keep the operating area clear, supply instruments, materials and medications.
• Assist the dentists with patient management by contributing to the patient's comfort and reassurance.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Clean and maintain the operatory between patients.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and supplies according to IHC protocol.
• Take preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Perform additional patient procedures under a dentist's supervision as permitted by California RDA licensure.
• Pour, trim, and polish study casts, fabricate custom impression trays from preliminary impressions, clean and polish removable appliances, and fabricate temporary restorations.
• Ensure that dental lab orders are picked up with accurate paperwork.
• Assist in departmental weekly, monthly, and quarterly equipment maintenance.
• Check for any assigned duties daily.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Serve as a resource to front desk personnel by answering questions regarding scheduling and treatment plans.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related tasks, including serving as a backup to cover multiple positions within the Dental Department.

Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Infection Control, Patient Preparation, Vital Recording, X-ray Operation, Chairside Assisting, Oral Instruction, Lab Procedures

• Ensure charts and appropriate paperwork are available for the dentist.
• Pass and receive instruments.
• Oral evacuation and retraction.
• Responsible for preparing materials.
• Sterilization of all instruments.
• Seat, prepare, and dismiss the person served.
• Responsible for operatory preparation and cleanup.
• Maintain adequate operatory supplies.
• Follow all infection control guidelines.
• Responsible for the routine care of equipment.
• Take X-rays when requested by the dentist.
• Assure all dentists' orders are taken to the medication room.
• Prepare the treatment room following prescribed procedures and protocols as requested by management.
• Maintain statistical data.
• Inventory all dental instruments at the start and at the end of each clinic day.
• Responsible for maintaining instrument logs.
• Document all findings in the patient’s service record and provide written summaries of history, diagnosis, treatment course, and other required documentation as outlined by the company and facility.

Skills: Chart Management, Instrument Handling, Oral Retraction, Material Preparation, Instrument Sterilization, Operatory Setup, Supply Maintenance, X-ray Operation

• Provide direct care to patients within the discipline's Scope of Practice and perform functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing and or granted privileges.
• Provide treatment of persons throughout the life span in a discipline and facility setting.
• Receive and schedule patients for treatment in the dental clinic.
• Obtain and record information related to the medical-dental history of the patient, route patients for medical services.
• Maintain dental equipment in a clean and operable condition at all times.

Skills: Direct Patient Care, Scope Compliance, Patient Scheduling, History Recording, Patient Routing, Equipment Cleaning, Equipment Maintenance, Dental Support

• Assist the Dental Officer in dental specialty sections, restorative, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthetics, endodontics and examinations.
• Retrieve patients' records and escort patients to the proper dental specialty section, seat and prepare the patient for attending the Dental Officer.
• Assist the Dental Officer by preparing dental instruments, essential materials, drugs and medications, passing instruments, retracting tissues, irrigating the oral cavity, and operating the aspirator, observing patients' responses, and assisting the patient for dismissal from the Dental clinic.
• Give instructions for subsequent dental appointments.
• Make necessary entries in computerized dental treatment records, prepare the dental treatment room for the next patient, and assist in the treatment of emergency cases.
• Maintain dental equipment, clean, sharpen, and sterilize instruments, perform daily inspection of equipment, and make minor repairs, report defective equipment, or utilize corrective action.
• Perform routine oral prophylaxis (coronal polishing)of the clinical crowns of teeth when there is evidence of satisfactory completion of a board-approved course of instruction in this function, using dental hand instruments, mechanical instruments (including ultrasonic), oral hygiene aids and prophylaxis paste to provide necessary oral prophylactic services.
• Prepare entries for patients' records, select and apply medication in proper portions and anticariogenic agents to the surfaces of teeth.
• Apply medication prescribed by a dental officer to the gingiva to promote healing.
• Fabricate and repair dental prosthesis and appliances under supervision, perform procedures pursuant to the fabrication and repair of complete denture prosthesis and removable partial prosthesis.
• Use and polish of acrylic resins and dental mouth guard materials as instructed.
• Assist in shade selection for tooth colored restorations and denture teeth, and make primary impressions and pour casts.
• Take radiographs of patients using digital dental radiographic and panoramic equipment.
• Obtain diagnostic quality periapical, occlusal, lateral, jaw, TMJ, and panographic radiographs, correctly position the patient and film and determine level of radiation intensity to minimize radiation exposure of patients.
• Utilize x-ray and sensor equipment and a computer for digital radiographs and uploading information into the BOP Electronic Medical record (BEMR).
• Perform and interpret quality assurances on a scheduled basis (examples include interpreting radiographic technique, monitoring water lines/sterilization equipment).
• Responsible for maintaining proper infection control procedures in radiographic techniques, and sterilizing contaminated biological waste of the dental clinic several times a day.
• Place and finish dental restorations, including bases and liners.
• Assist in the training of inmate dental assistants enrolled in the dental apprenticeship training program.

Skills: Dental Assisting, Patient Preparation, Instrument Setup, Radiograph Operation, Infection Control, Oral Prophylaxis, Prosthetic Support, Record Documentation

• Work chairside with patients.
• Responsible for preparing cements and impressions.
• Responsible for taking patient histories.
• Responsible for preparing dental charts.
• Sterilize and clean dental equipment.
• Responsible for managing supply inventory.
• Create mouth guards, retainers, impression trays, and temporary crowns, answering phones, confirming appointments, and processing insurance.

Skills: Chairside Assisting, Material Preparation, History Recording, Chart Preparation, Equipment Sterilization, Inventory Management, Appliance Fabrication, Administrative Support

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Responsible for scheduling appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
• Responsible for capturing Radiographic/Scans.

Skills: Patient Reception, Patient Preparation, Instrument Setup, Instrument Sterilization, Four-Handed Assisting, Oral Care Instruction, Operatory Maintenance, Radiographic Capture

• Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history.
• Assist the dentist by handling supplies and instruments.
• Prepare tables and trays for the dentist with the necessary instruments and supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, and prepare treatment rooms.
• Take, expose, and mount high-quality dental radiographs.
• Ensure an appropriate supply of equipment and materials.
• Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist.
• Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room.

Skills: History Recording, Instrument Handling, Tray Preparation, Instrument Sterilization, Radiograph Capture, Supply Management, Patient Charting, Patient Reception

• Prepare exam and operatory rooms to be clean and ready to receive patients.
• Set up trays and instruments for each patient.
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Clean rooms before and after each patient, and at the end of the day.
• Clean the suction and filter.
• Collect and dispose of trash.
• Take diagnostic quality X-rays.

Skills: Operatory Preparation, Tray Setup, Instrument Sterilization, Room Cleaning, Suction Maintenance, Waste Disposal, X-ray Capture, Equipment Maintenance

• Fit in well with the team, gets along well with peers.
• Demonstrate integrity and honesty.
• Participate in health center in-services, listen to and respect others’ ideas.
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills, offer input/ideas when generating solutions.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and take digital X-rays per protocol.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and General Office Safety measures.
• Inform the supervisor of any maintenance needed on the equipment and initiate a work request.
• Stock operatories with necessary dental supplies and keep all work areas clean and clutter-free.
• Perform Coronal Polish and Sealants.
• Disinfect, sterilize, and autoclave instruments according to guidelines.
• Perform sterilization, biological monitoring, housekeeping schedules, and maintain the logs.
• Assist the provider with filling out lab slips, communicate with the lab, and follow up with lab cases.
• Utilize a computer to access and obtain patients' electronic clinical charts, x-rays, appointments, patient information, and medication.
• Focus on Infection control and maintenance of dental equipment.
• Practice universal precautions per protocol and keep work areas clean and clutter-free.
• Disinfect, sterilize, and autoclave dental equipment according to guidelines.
• Clean and disinfect rooms for the next patient.
• Maintain daily log upkeep.
• Initiate a work request for any malfunctions of equipment, then obtain the Supervisor’s approval.
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings (e.g., team meetings, department meetings, program meetings, case management meetings, employee staff meetings).
• Attend workshops/seminars to increase skills and knowledge to provide effective support.
• Work flexible or extended hours where necessary.
• Demonstrate awareness of, and compliance with, the organizational mission and objectives of Camarena Health to provide health care access and support services for all members of the community.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect for information regarding patients and other team members, abide by Camarena Health Rules of Confidentiality.

Skills: Team Collaboration, Integrity Ethics, Problem Solving, X-ray Safety, Infection Control, Operatory Stocking, Coronal Polishing, Record Management

• Assist the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist.
• Promote an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene, questioning patients to ascertain home care status, and instructing patients in techniques of flossing and brushing in accordance with protocol.
• Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures.
• Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator and assure completion of forms and signatures.
• Assume the responsibility associated with any expanded duties that may be delegated by the dentist.
• Familiarize the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion to that patient.
• Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory.
• Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Assist in front office procedures if time allows or need is determined by the Chief Dental Officer or Dentist.
• Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment.
• Serve as supply liaison.
• Communicate with the purchasing department and vendors to ensure prompt receipt of all orders.

Skills: Chairside Assisting, Oral Instruction, Infection Control, Chart Management, Expanded Duties, Patient Support, Inventory Management, Equipment Maintenance

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse.
• Serve as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
• Take impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth).
• Communicate with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies).

Skills: Chairside Assisting, X-ray Capture, Vital Recording, Infection Control, Post-op Instruction, Oral Hygiene Teaching, Impression Taking, Administrative Support

• Provide oral hygiene education to patients and family members.
• Attend to perform X-Rays, by directing patients to the proper location/take X-Rays as directed by the doctor, along with cleaning and sanitizing the "Dark Room" and reporting problems to the floor supervisor.
• Follow up with the lab and maintain the log on partial and remakes.
• Responsible for preparing lab cases.
• Bus and disinfect operatories.
• Assist the floor supervisor with ordering supplies and instruments.
• Assist in the scheduling of appointments, remind patients of appointments, and reschedule appointments.

Skills: Oral Hygiene Education, X-ray Operation, Lab Follow-up, Lab Preparation, Operatory Disinfection, Supply Assistance, Appointment Scheduling, Patient Reminders

• Perform a wide variety of patient care activities and assist chair-side in the concept of four-handed dentistry, including but not limited to impressions, applying non-aerosol and topical agents, applying topical fluoride, removing post-extractions and periodontal dressings and sutures, assisting in the administration of nitrous oxide, placing and removing rubber dams and removing matrices for restorative procedures.
• Maintain a smooth, constant flow of patients from reception to operatories.
• Coordinate the activities of several operatories through proper utilization of time, resources, abilities and patient needs.
• Operate x-ray equipment to make complete and/or selective oral radiographic services.
• Process images and arrange them in a format.

Skills: Chairside Assisting, Four-Handed Dentistry, Impression Taking, Patient Flow, Operatory Coordination, X-ray Operation, Image Processing, Fluoride Application

• Prepare patients for dental examinations.
• Invoice patients for dental services.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Prepare dental instruments and filling materials.
• Take and develop X-rays.
• Polish teeth and clinical crowns and apply fluoride and sealant.
• Educate patients concerning oral hygiene.
• Record dental procedures performed on patients.
• Take preliminary impressions for diagnostic casts.
• Order dental and office supplies.
• Perform reception and clerical duties.
• Perform intra-oral duties.

Skills: Patient Preparation, Patient Invoicing, Instrument Sterilization, Material Preparation, X-ray Operation, Coronal Polishing, Oral Education, Procedure Recording

• Relevant experience, preferably in a medical environment.
• Prior work experience in a JCAHCS-accredited facility.
• Must have Certification and Licensure, DOH/DHA License.
• Must have BLS, ACLS/PALS certification.
• Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines.
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods whilst dealing with interruptions.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Proven computer skills in MS Excel, Word, Access, etc.
• Able to team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications: BA in Health Sciences with 4 years of Experience

• Effective ability to relate to and work with persons of all ages, social and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to operate computer data terminals.
• Must be bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Must have a Registered Dental Assistant Certificate.
• Must have current CPR Certification.
• Must have X-Ray license.
• Able to work as a Dental Assistant or having related experience.

Qualifications: BS in Allied Health with 1 year of Experience

• Experience as an RDA.
• Able to pleasant to work pleasantly with.
• Professional in appearance.
• Able to team player, good listener.
• Experience in Dental Health Maintenance and Technology.

Qualifications: BS in Anatomy & Physiology with 2 years of Experience

• Must be bilingual (fluent English and Spanish).
• Must have  X-Ray certification, CPR certification.
• Must have current RDA license, Coronal Polishing certification, and Pit and Fissure Sealant certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with integrity.
• Ability to learn and use electronic health records.

Qualifications: BS in Medical Assisting with 1 year of Experience

• Must have a current and active state-certified RDA license.
• Must have an upbeat personality.
• Able to work with children.
• Able to be patient, patient-focused, team player.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must have a clean, neat, professional appearance.
• Must have knowledge of Dentrix.

Qualifications: BA in Community Health Education with 2 years of Experience

• Must have experience as an RDA.
• Must have a California Registered Dental Assistant license.
• Must have a certificate of completion from an accredited program for dental assistants or equivalent on-the-job training.
• Must have current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS) certification.
• Must have a Dental X-ray Certificate.
• Able to speak bilingual in English/ Spanish.

Qualifications: BS in Allied Health with 1 year of Experience

• Willingness to receive ongoing continuing education.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• Ability to learn dental office scheduling, electronic tooth and periodontal charting software (Eaglesoft), word processing and other software programs.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation.

Qualifications: BS in Dental Assisting with 2 years of Experience

• Must have registered and/or certified as a Registered Dental Assistant with the College of Alberta Dental Assistants (CADA).
• Must have been certified with the National Dental Assistant Examining Board (NDAEB).
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Able to be punctual and reliable.

Qualifications: BA in Public Health with 1 year of Experience

• Registered dental hygienist experience.
• Must have certification for administering Anesthesia.
• Must have certification for administering X-rays.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Experience with Dentrix software.
• Strong customer service ethic.
• Good communication skills.

Qualifications: BS in Dental Hygiene with 4 years of Experience

• Must have a current RDA dental license in the state (CA, AZ, NV, TX).
• Must have an X-ray license.
• Must have CPR current.
• Able to perform all RDA functions.
• Must be computer literate.
• Experience in Ortho, Pedo, Perio and Oral Surgery is also welcome to apply.
• Must have a calm, reassuring and friendly demeanor.
• Willingness to be cross-trained.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Highly organized, motivated individual.

Qualifications: BS in Biology with 3 years of Experience

• Must have registered and/or certified as a Dental Assistant with the National Dental Assistant Examining Board (NDAEB).
• Must have registered and/or certified as a Dental Assistant with the Saskatchewan Dental Assisting Association (SDAA).
• Previous dental assisting experience.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Able to be punctual and reliable.

Qualifications: BA in Community Health Education with 1 year of Experience

• Knowledge of the full range of professional dental duties in connection with the treatment of dental diseases and dental health problems of usual difficulty.
• Knowledge of professional and ethical standards of health care delivery.
• Proven ability to put patients at ease and give clear, understandable directions for treatment recommended by the dentist.
• Knowledge of health care delivery systems and the ability to use that knowledge in assisting clients with accessing necessary health care services.
• Knowledge of the operational aspects of Medi-Cal, CHDP, private insurance and government programs that pay for dental services.
• Experience/familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel), business e-mail communication systems and internet search capabilities.

Qualifications: BS in Biology with 3 years of Experience

• Proven experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Able to pay attention to detail.
• Must be well-organized and reliable.

Qualifications: BA in Health Sciences with 2 years of Experience

• Must have certification as a Registered Dental Assistant.
• Must have BLS for the Health Care Provider or equivalent CPR class at hire and to be maintained throughout employment.
• Able to speak bilingual (preferably Spanish).
• Ability to familiarize with an electronic practice management system.
• Must be computer-literate (i.e., logging on to a computer, usage of keyboard and mouse, familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel).
• Ability to type 40 wpm.

Qualifications: BA in Health Sciences with 1 year of Experience