Dental Assistant

Looking for an experienced RDA who can place rubber dams, has experience with ortho, and who is familiar with implants and digital scanning to help run the back office of a fun queer woman owned LGBTQIA+ positive 1 Dr dental office in Oakland.

We are open to hiring a DA and offer on the job training. We have 1 Dr, 2 RDH, 2 front office team members and a full time sterilization assistant, we are looking for someone who likes to have fun and is exceptionally detail oriented! Also, we are transitioning out of being a PPO office and have a very reasonable schedule. I will negotiate salary for the right person, I'm looking for someone who wants to stay long term, there are opportunities to increase the hourly wage if you are well versed in Invisalign or willing to learn.

We are an Eco-Friendly Dental Office who places a high emphasis on patient care and ethical treatment and are looking for someone who shares in our values! The ideal candidate has excellent customer service skills and enjoys a fast pace working environment and can multi task.

The Values we share as a company are very important to us and are looking for a team member who would want to be a part of it. Our values are as follows:

• We MOTIVATE each other by listening and challenging ourselves.
• We practice TRUST by being honest and transparent with patients and each other.
• We show RESPECT by focusing on creating a safe space for our patients and one another.
• We show KINDNESS by having patients, slowing down and be compassionate.
• We have FUN by laughing often and not taking ourselves too seriously.

The DA works on behalf of the patient and the dentist, helping to assure a high level of professional excellence in oral health care delivery.

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment.
• Take radiographs and scans.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
• Conduct work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines.
• Record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Participate in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient service.
• Assist with other duties as directed in Permitted Duties based on licensure.
• Provide patient education materials.
• Maintain an appropriate office environment.

Hours: We are open Monday-Thursday, and the occasional Friday.

Minimum Requirements:

· Current CPR certification.

· Radiation Safety Certificate (X-ray license)

· Infection Control Certificate (within 120 days of employment)

· Good communication skills.

· Ability to perform detailed work according to established formats and protocols.

Optional Requirements:

· At least two years of experience in a clinical setting preferred

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Radiation safety procedures • Direct patient care • CPR Certification • Customer communication • Paid training • Dental office • Vital signs • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Hourly pay • Pre-examination patient preparation • Radiation Health & Safety Certification • BLS Certification • In-person customer service • Full-time • Greeting dental patients • Clinic experience • Assisting medical staff • Patient safety • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Patient history taking • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dental implants • On-the-job training • Intraoral scanners • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Operating medical imaging equipment • In-person • Employee discount • Patient treatment • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Radiology Certification • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Paid sick time • Dental care patient education