Registered Dental Assistant ICC

This is a union eligible SUMMARYHealthRIGHT 360 a nonprofit organization and a family of programs is committed to providing accessibleand comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemicbarriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services includingmental health care residential and outpatient substance use treatment and primary health we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvementin the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health we empower individuals toovercome challenges by addressing social determinants of health fostering resilience and HealthRIGHT 360 dental clinic provides compassionate nonjudgmental comprehensive oralhealthcare. Our supportive staff experienced with the complex healthcare needs resulting fromhomelessness and poverty is dedicated to serving the the general supervision of a Dentist Dental Director and the RDA Manager The Registered DentalAssistant (RDA) assists the dentist in providing dental treatment. The Registered Dental Assistant willprovide comprehensive chairside assistance patient care and support to our dental team. Keyresponsibilities of the RDA include preparing patients for treatments taking and developing X-raysensuring infection control and managing patient records. This position requires strong clinical skillsexcellent communication abilities and a commitment to compassionate nonjudgmental RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral Responsibilities: Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with acceptedstandards of care for dental assistants. Prepares each operatory and patient for treatment. Takes and prepares radiographs using digital technology. Provides active chair-side assistance to the Dentist and anticipates the providers needs. At the conclusion of patient care assists the patient clears the work site and prepares for thenext patient. Monitors the flow of laboratory cases. Monitors and records sterilization cycles. Maintains and inventories supplies. Helps to manage patient flow in clinic. Follows proper infection control protocols for the practice. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high quality services that support the financial sustainability of the expectations: Prepares and maintains dental instruments supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory forthe patient visit. Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; Collects and records patienthealth histories. Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments suctiongauze and other required supplies. Prepares dental materialscements amalgams composites impression materials etc. Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following properradiation safety precautions. Assists with dental charting as appropriate. Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies. Manages the patient during dental procedures. Provides active chairside assistance. Transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentists needs. Takes impressions for study casts athletic mouth guards and custom tray. Performs laboratoryprocedures neatly and efficiently. Pours models with no bubbles properly trim models polishdental prostheses make vac-u-press forms. At the conclusion of the procedure assists patient clears work site of instruments and othermaterials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operation for the nextpatient. Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility. Performs monitors and records all sterilization activities. Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; maintains and properlysterilizes instruments. Routinely cleans disinfects and restocks operatories. Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow. Maintains and inventories dental supplies and reorders as necessary; tracks and verifies invoices. Cleans and sterilizes all instruments. Helps to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA CDC and ADA standards. Performs miscellaneous duties within the Dental Program as Performance expectations Registered Dental Assistants: Polish the patients teeth to remove stains and soft deposits. Apply topical fluoride and varnishes. Apply pit and fissure sealants. Remove surgical sutures. Pre-select orthodontic bands. Place and remove orthodontic bans. Adapt temporary crowns. Place topical medications. Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic perform other duties as Certification and Experience Registered Dental Assistant License from the Dental Board of California. High school diploma or equivalent. First Aid and CPR certification. On the job training or Certification in Dental Assisting. Prior experience in front desk reception administrative and/or customer service. Bachelors degree in a related field preferred. 3 years experience working in a medical front office setting preferably in a community clinic withmedical experience is preferred. MISYS and One-E-App experience (CAA certification) and Skills Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance withestablished regulations and guidelines; and Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA CDC and ADA standards Maintains and expands current level of dental assistant skill and knowledge by periodicallyattending continuing education : Familiarity with other community agencies in the Bay area to make appropriate referrals. Understanding of harm reduction philosophy and ability to provide non-judgmental client centered services.