Registered Dental Assistant (Outpatient), AH Tulare (Full-Time, Day Shift)

Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed acute care hospital and 60 clinics in 27 rural communities with primary and specialty care services. Reedley is a perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts as it is located in the central San Joaquin Valley portion of California, close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities.

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

OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS

) certification from approved vendor per AH policy:

Required Facility Specific License/Certifications:

AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS:

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.

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