Registered Dental Assistant (Outpatient), Per Diem, Day Shift
Adventist Health
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- Location
- Sonora, CA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 7
- 10 days ago
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About the company
Adventist Health
Hospital & health care · 11 to 50 employees
Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas.
What you'll do
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Required
- Radiation Safety Certificate: Required
- Coronal Polish license: Required
- Sealant license: Required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
- Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment. Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
- Greets and prepares patients for treatment.
- Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs. Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
- Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines. Records medical and dental histories and vital signs, and treatment information of patient.
- Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals. Provides patient education materials. Maintains an appropriate office environment.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
What you need
- Requires a high school education or GED and an RDA credential in the state of practice, Radiation Safety Certificate, Coronal Polish license, Sealant license, and CPR or BLS certification.
- An associate or technical degree is preferred.
- Education: a high school diploma, an associate degree or a professional certificate
Key skills
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)Radiation Safety CertificateCoronal Polish licenseSealant licenseCPR certificationBasic Life Support (BLS)
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Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.
Job Summary:
Provides appropriate oral health services to patients and families. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for dentist's use. Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including, but not limited to, taking/developing dental radiographs (x-rays) and
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Required
Radiation Safety Certificate: Required
Coronal Polish license: Required
Sealant license: Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Essential Functions:
Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment. Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
Greets and prepares patients for treatment.
Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs. Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines. Records medical and dental histories and vital signs, and treatment information of patient.
Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals. Provides patient education materials. Maintains an appropriate office environment.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.