Pedo Dental Assistant

Pedo Dental Assistant Sonrava Health - 1.5 Fresno, CA Job Details Full-time $21 - $27 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Radiologic imaging equipment operation Medical chart preparation Coronal Polish Certificate Patient question and concern management Vital signs Dental care patient counseling Preparing dental treatment areas Pre-examination patient preparation Regulatory compliance Working with pediatric populations Intraoral cameras Preparing medical treatment area Chairside coronal polishing Ultrasonic scalers Sealant Certification Clinical assessment documentation Dental equipment Trade school Pediatrics Medical equipment cleaning Equipment maintenance Orthodontics Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise Medical post-procedure instructions Patient education Associate's degree Surface decontamination Dental sealant application Polishing Entry level

Full Job Description Overview:

Our conveniently located office offers a range of affordable, high quality dental services-from routine teeth cleanings to complex procedures. We believe that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture.

Responsibilities:

Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties Attend to the patient and parents individual concerns and expectations Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist - complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner, record patient charting and all of the dentist's notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist Take and understand basic pediatric vital signs Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer's guidelines Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations

Qualifications:

Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc) Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience