Career Opportunity

Title:

Dental Assistant

About the Organization:

White Memorial Community Health Center (WMCHC) is a non-profit community health center whose mission is to inspire, provide, and coordinate access to high quality comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families, regardless of ability to pay.

At WMCHC, we believe that the success of our healthcare mission is directly linked to our people. We are proud of our team. Their high professional standards, integrity, honesty, enthusiasm and dedication bring our mission to life.

EOE Statement:

WMCHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location

Los Angeles

Description:

Summary:

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in dental procedures, post-op instructions, sterilization, preparation, inventory control of dental instruments and supplies, and for proper infection control of all areas involving dental care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Directs and maintains patient flow, including patient admission and dismissal to ensure efficient delivery of services.
• Prepares all necessary trays and instruments for dental procedures.
• Exposes and develops dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations and law as well as Dental Department directive and protocol.
• Assist dentist during dental procedure in an efficient and professional manner.
• Give written and oral post-op instructions and oral hygiene education to patients in a clear and concise manner.
• Ensure that appropriate infection control guidelines are followed when cleaning/sterilizing instruments and preparing operatory.
• Assist with the maintenance and lubrication of equipment.
• Ensures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with dental department directive, WMCHC policy as well as state and federal regulations.
• Handle patient information with utmost respect and confidentiality.
• Stays in compliance with all HIPAA regulations

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a dental office setting.
• Working knowledge and experience in all phases of dental procedures.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Dental Assistant certification.
• Current CPR certification
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Status

Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 2 years (Preferred)
• FQHC: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Dental Assistant diploma (Required)

Work Location: In person