DENTAL ASSISTANT Job at Chinatown Service Center, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Chinatown Service Center
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job purpose

Under the general supervision of Dental Director and Community Health Center Director, the Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting doctors in dental procedures, post-op instructions, and patient education and record keeping. This position is also responsible for increasing the oral health education knowledge in the Community.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Direct and maintain patient flow, including patient admission and dismissal to assure efficient delivery of services.
  • Prepare all necessary trays for dental procedures.
  • Take, develop and mount X-rays.
  • Assist dentist during dental procedure in an efficient and professional manner.
  • Explain post-op instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner. Distribute written instructions to patients if necessary.
  • Ensure that OSHA and CDC guidelines are followed when cleaning/sterilizing instruments and workstations.
  • Assist with the maintenance and lubrication of equipment.
  • Assist with dental inventory control.
  • Perform various clerical duties as needed.
  • Schedule patient appointments, assists with patient registration and bills third party payers.
  • Create development plan with supervisor of strengths and development areas.
  • Maintain ongoing training opportunities as deemed appropriate to career track.
  • Attend any necessary workshops and trainings, as appropriate or required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Certified Dental Assistant with X-ray License.
  • Minimum of one year prior experience handling with back and front dental office work.
  • Working knowledge and experience in all phases of dental procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability with 4-handed and 6-handed dentistry.
  • Familiar with practice management systems and digital radiography
  • Good written and oral skills in English.
  • Fluency in spoken Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) with ability to translate into English is preferred.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity in working with people of various lifestyles and cultures

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Ability to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Able to constantly position yourself to maintain files in file cabinets such as reaching with hands and arms, kneeling, crouching, etc.
  • The ability to communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, and exchange information is crucial for this role.

Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our center is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and accessible, welcoming everyone with open arms. We strictly follow the guidelines outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which includes a prohibition on discrimination in employment practices and other terms and conditions of employment.

By joining us, you will become part of an organization that cherishes diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in our community and positively influence the lives of those we serve.

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