Jobot is hiring: Dental Assistant in Los Angeles

Leading non-profit network of community clinics Hiring for Bilingual Spanish Dental AssistantThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Milan KacarAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $25 - $28 per hourA bit about us:We are a network of community health centers that provides care to patients in Los Angeles.Why join us?100% employee paid and 50% dependent paid medical. 401K eligibility to participate from day one and up to 3% matching after one year Pet Insurance Generous work/life balance 14 Paid HolidaysJob DetailsQualifications/Licensure:High School DA Assistant School Two years experience fieldStrong charting/documentation skills.OJT accreditedBilingual English/Spanish (Required)Proficient Microsoft Office and Excel (familiarity with medical terminology).EHR- Electronic Health Record (Preferred)PMS- Practice Management System (Preferred) Licensure/Certification :Dental Assisting School, OSHA Certification, CPR License, X-ray Radiation LicenseEmployees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide verification and recertification when requested by management.Responsibilities:Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by striving to keep our patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual concerns, and promoting the good qualities of your doctor.Maintain a clean, sterile and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable, prepare them treatment, and assist the doctors – thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.Obtain dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips). Ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients.Escort patients to/from the front desk, and introduce them to the exit clerk.Prepare tray setups for dental procedures, and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed.Complete x-rays for adults and Pedo (children) patients as appropriate.Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations.Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policy FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices.Maintain monthly check of Emergency medical kit, Oxygen tanks and oxygen masks (adult and children).Maintain adequate inventory of Dental supplies.Place orders for Dental supplies Demonstrates oral hygiene care procedure and techniques.Hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.Record patient charting and all doctor notes on treatment record. Ensure the doctor signs treatment record consents and healthy history.Act in accordance with those set forth as per the applicable State’s Dental Auxiliaries.Clean each operatory in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.Maintains strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations, (e.g., OSHS, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).Electronic Health Record (EHR) inputting prescriptions and patients chart.Practice Management System (PMS) Registration, Scheduling and Billing. Must be able to cope in a “fast pace” environment.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.