What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at OLE Health?
CommuniCare OLE is a federally qualified health center with the mission to provide quality primary health care to the community. As part of the dental team, you work with a team of professionals (Medical provider, Nutritionist, Behavior health and other services) to help patients achieve overall health wellness. We provide comprehensive dental care to all ages with a focus on continuity of care. We strive for work life balance. A candidate who is flexible, a team player, and passionate about providing dental care is a good fit for our work culture.
Hours: Full time; Monday to Friday from 8am -5pm
Location: North Napa, CA
Pay Range: $25.19 to $30.79/hr
POSITION TITLE: Dental Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Dental
REPORTS TO: Dental Services Manager
SUPERVISION GIVEN: None
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
- Employer covers 90% of employee medical, dental and vision premium and 50% of dependent premium
- 18 days of PTO (Vacation & Sick)
- 10 Paid Holidays 1 Float Holiday
- 4% Employer Match for 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent)
- Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage
- Employer contribution for Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options
JOB SUMMARY: The Dental Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of duties in the dental clinic under the direct supervision of a dentist, primarily including chair side assisting duties, infection control, x-rays and dental treatment education to patients.
KNOWLEDGE OF WORK
| Knowledge of all phases of four (4) handed Dental Assisting duties for endodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics, prosthodontics and restorative procedures |
| Knowledge of Microsoft Office and data entry; electronic health record system required |
| Knowledge of Federally Qualified Health Centers |
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
| Escorts patients to and from dental chair. Educates and instructs patients on issues pertaining to treatment as delegated by dentist |
| Prepares tray set-up for dental procedures and provide diagnostic aids such as radiographs, medical and dental histories, and study models |
| Assists dentist during treatment by handling dentist instruments and materials |
| Records patient information and progress notes onto dental chart as directed by dentist |
| Cleans and disinfects operatory and sterilize instruments in accordance with department policy and OSHA guidelines |
| Takes digital x-rays as delegated by dentist |
| Maintains inventory and order supplies as needed |
| Performs other duties as assigned |
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Previous Dental Assistant or related experience preferred.
- Must certify and remain current in CPR.
- Radiation Safety Certificate required.
- 8-hour Infection Control course required.
- Valid Driver’s license required.
- Strong verbal and written communication required; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service required; must have ability to handle difficult patients.
CommuniCare OLE requires pre-employment drug-testing (4-panel drug-test includes: amphetamines, cocaine, opiates, and PCP).
Salary : $2,000
