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Registered Dental Assistant (Shasta Lake)

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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.

$49,655 / year median in California

+28% projected growth

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Job Description

Base Pay:
$23.00 - $33.80 / hour
JOB SUMMARY
Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitoring and reinforcing patient comfort Perform duties as outlined in COMDA allowed for RDA with appropriate supervisory level. Taking Blood pressure reading Chart documentation as instructed by provider Patient education (Hygiene instruction, Post Op instruction) as directed by Dental Provider Patient health history review and prophylactic coverage status Completion of Lab RX as instructed by provider Take Impressions for Diagnostic and Opposing Models Apply Non-Aerosol and Non-Caustic Topical Agents Remove Post Extraction and Periodontal dressings Placement of Elastic Orthodontic Separators Remove Orthodontic Separators Hold Anterior Matrices Remove Sutures Apply topical Fluoride after Scaling and Polish Place and remove Rubber Dams. Place Wedge and remove Matrices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of current dental principles. CPR Certificate. X-Ray License. Ability to read, write, understand and spell English and medical terminology correctly. Basic Computer proficiency in Windows environment Typing 35 WPM.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent. Registered Dental Assistant through the Dental Board of
CA. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in Dental care facility. College Degree. Sealant Certificate. Bilingual (Spanish) skills.
BENEFITS SCHC
understands the importance of good health for every employee. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure employees and their families receive the optimal in health care coverage, along with options to meet their needs. Competitive wages Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contribution Long-term disability coverage Life insurance Accidental death and dismemberment insurance Supplemental Insurances Flexible spending account Paid vacation Paid sick Paid holidays Paid CME time and CME allowance Employee assistance program Jury duty pay Bereavement pay Prescription discount program 529 college savings plan Educational reimbursement program Gym membership discounts Free telemedicine service for benefit eligible employees Shasta Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.