Description:

Position Summary:    

Under supervision and direction of Dental Director and Staff dentist(s), assists, coordinates, and helps to manage day to day functioning of Dental Department.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Assists the dentist

• Performs sterilization and prepares operatories
• Helps to coordinate operation of the dental dept, clinic flow, maintenance of dental equipment and operatories
• Works with and helps the Dental Receptionist
• Inventories and orders (with approval) required materials and supplies
• Cross-trained for front desk functions, and fills in as needed
• Will perform all RDA functions as required and directed by dental director
• If a sealant certificate or any other certificate has been obtained, will be expected to perform those duties as part of routine RDA duties
• Must know and practice OSHA requirements, especially infection control and hazardous and bio-hazardous waste. Must participate in department safety meetings
• Keeps dental department operatories in accordance with Bloodborne Pathogens Policy
• Assist in overall smooth functioning of the Dental Department
• Understands and follows guidelines of the Policies and Procedures Manual
• Be on time and prepared for the dentist
• Performs all other duties that may be requested by the Dental Director

Required Qualifications, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Education denoting specialized knowledge of dental practices, procedures, and terminology
• Must possess X-ray license, and assist the dentist in accordance to licensure.  Must attain coronal polishing certificate and if not an R.D.A., required to work towards attaining licensure
• Experience charting dental information
• At least one-year internship in dental assisting and one year of experience
• Sensitivity to health care needs and culture of American Indians
• Ability to supervise other employees and interface well with co-workers
• Strong customer and results orientation. Ability to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple administrative functions simultaneously in an accurate, organized, and efficient manner
• Ability to function independently and as a team member within diverse environments as well as a diverse staff composition
• Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner and demonstrates good judgment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Interest and commitment to the mission of the client. Experience with nonprofit health organizations desirable
• Knowledge of office systems. computer literacy and knowledge of Windows environment and popular software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher, Photoshop)
• Knowledge of and ability to work with the American Indian community and other minority populations
• Possession of a valid California Driver License, automobile insurance, and a clean driving record