Registered Dental Assistant
POSITION TYPE: Dentistry
SPECIALTY UNIT: Registered Dental Assistant
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA
SHIFT: Mon-Thur. 8-5
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
Job Description:
We are looking for a talented, motivated, and friendly Registered Dental Assistant that is willing to learn and grow with our wonderful team. We are a high-end, fee for service, established private practice seeking a highly skilled team player to join our team. We DO NOT sell dentistry, rather we educate patients as to what their needs are and let them decide how they want to proceed with treatment. Above all, we are honest and ethical.
Responsibilities:
· Prepare operatory for dental procedures
· Prepare patient for procedure
· Documenting patient medical/dental history
· Assist dentist by handling supplies and instruments as requested
· Prepare tables and trays for dentist with necessary instruments and supplies
· Clean and sterilize instruments, and prepare treatment rooms as needed
· Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist
· Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room
· Take high quality radiographs
· Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance
· Follow all OSHA and BBP (Blood borne Pathogen) federal guidelines
· Assist hygienist(s) when requested
Job Benefits:
- Medical benefits- 80% paid by employer
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off- up to 4 weeks
- Dental coverage
- CE allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Sick time
Requirements:
· Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
· Current CPR certification
· Radiology certification
· Possess a professional and positive attitude
· Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training as required by law