dental hygienist assistant

AltaMed Health Services

<div>
 
 Grow Healthy
 
 
 
 If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn&rsquo;t just welcomed &ndash; it&rsquo;s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don&rsquo;t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it&rsquo;s a calling that drives us forward every day.
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 The Dental Assistant position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and the dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services to patients at the clinic or in the mobile oral health unit as well as for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments supplies, and for proper infection control of all areas involving patient care.
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
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 High School diploma or GED certificate required.
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 Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
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 Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting is preferred.
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 Coronal Polishing Certification, Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting,
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 Successful completion of a board-approved course in X-Ray, infection control required
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 A valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
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 Valid CA Driver's License, if assigned to Mobile Units, required
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 Successful completion of background DOJ/FBI clearance within 30 days of hire, if assigned to Mobile Units, is required.
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 Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
 
 
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 Compensation
 
 
 
 $25.00 - $25.00 hourly
 
 
 
 Compensation Disclaimer
 
 
 
 Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
 
 
 
 Benefits &amp; Career Development
 
 
 
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 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
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 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
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 Flexible Spending Accounts
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 Commuter Flexible Spending
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 Career Advancement &amp; Development opportunities
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 Paid Time Off &amp; Holidays
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 Paid CME Days
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 Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
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 Tuition Reimbursement Program
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 Corporate Employee Discounts
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 Employee Referral Bonus Program
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 Pet Care Insurance
 
 
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 Job Advertisement &amp; Application Compliance Statement
 
 
 
 AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits

Neighborcare Health

<div>Purpose

The Dental Assistant, Lead is a vital team member and provides chair side support to the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist for scheduled procedures. Dental Assistants are responsible for the preparation and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment needed for procedures in support of patient treatment. Dental Assistants work in partnership and joint accountability with other team members to achieve Neighborcare Health&rsquo;s Mission, Guiding Principles, Service Commitments, and Goals.

Health, Wellness &amp; Retirement Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental &amp; vision insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off &amp; paid holidays</li>
<li>Retirement with contribution match</li>
<li>Life &amp; AD&amp;D, pet insurance</li>
<li>Employee assistance program, &amp; more!
</li></ul>Compensation:
<ul>
<li>The target wage range for the position is $27.08 per hour to $34.04 per hour, plus the $2.00 Lead Premium added to the hourly rate.</li>
<li>Final offers are individually based on various factors, including skill set, years of experience, location, qualifications, work schedule and other job-related reasons.</li>
</ul>
Union: SEIU Healthcare 1199NW

In this position you will:

Direct Patient Care
<ul>
<li>Provide chair side assistance by preparing operatory, including cleaning, disinfection, setting up instruments, materials, and appropriate anesthetic for scheduled procedures; including but not limited to, restorative work, surgical extractions, basic endodontics, scaling and root planning, pediatrics, and removable prosthodontics.</li>
<li>Interview patient to determine reason for visit and collects patient's vital signs, e.g., blood pressure.</li>
<li>Place sealants, perform fluoride treatments, coronal polish, and oral hygiene instruction.</li>
<li>Take digital x-rays.</li>
<li>Take intraoral photos and digital scans.</li>
<li>Take and pour impressions.</li>
<li>Fabricate provisional crowns.</li>
<li>Mix materials, place rubber dams, matrices, and wedges.</li>
<li>Properly pass instruments while maintaining proper aseptic techniques and appropriate safety standards.</li>
<li>Anticipate and appropriately respond to patient's needs under dentist's supervision.</li>
</ul>
Indirect Patient Care
<ul>
<li>Perform duties and responsibilities with excellence, enthusiasm, great service orientation demonstrating courteous behaviors and mannerisms, and by anticipating dental provider's needs.</li>
<li>Perform routine equipment maintenance, as assigned by supervisor and/or Lead.</li>
<li>Review patient charts prior to patient treatment.</li>
<li>Prepare the clinic for next day's work schedule and patient appointments.</li>
<li>Communicate with dental provider(s) about daily schedules to optimize patient experience.</li>
<li>Participate in team huddles, providing patient by patient insights, and help anticipate patient needs and/or care gaps.</li>
<li>Schedule appointments for patients in the EHR, as needed.</li>
<li>Call patients regarding care needs and document accurately and appropriately in EDR, as directed.</li>
<li>Participate in back-office dental meetings, huddles, and staff meetings.</li>
<li>Maintain ethical standards and timely reporting of safety events.</li>
</ul>
Dental Assistant, Lead &ndash; Primary Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Support patient de-escalation and service recovery using trauma-informed approaches.</li>
<li>Support site management of lab cases with Regional Operations Manager.</li>
<li>Support site management of electronic dental referrals process with Regional Operations Manager.</li>
<li>Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and orientation of new and current DAs in partnership with Supervisor.</li>
<li>Support feedback to Regional Operations Manager and help identify training gaps or workflow issues.</li>
<li>Support implementation and maintenance of standardized workflows for all back-office dental operations in partnership with Regional Operations Manager, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Facilitate site clinical equipment maintenance in partnership with site leaders and Regional Operations Managers.</li>
<li>Facilitate routine clinic tasks such as stocking, inventory, transporting equipment, and ordering supplies with Regional Operations Managers.</li>
<li>Champion site-level infection prevention compliance by ensuring timely review, follow-up, and completion of site sterilization tracking and quality control reporting.</li>
<li>Champion site process improvement initiatives. Help update training materials or knowledge guides.</li>
<li>Support back-office dental meetings, huddles, and staff meetings.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by Regional Operations Manager and/or Site Leadership.</li>
</ul>
Required Skills:
<ul>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced and complex health care environment.</li>
<li>Ability to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures and to handle confidential and sensitive patient and staff information.</li>
<li>Knowledge and adherence of asepsis, universal precautions, and sterilization processes.</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of dental terminology, instruments, and dental procedures.</li>
<li>Ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals of varying ethnicities, socio-economic levels, cultures and sexual orientations.</li>
<li>Demonstrates the ability to conduct discussions of a sensitive nature with staff and patients.</li>
<li>Ability to build relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.</li>
<li>Ability to develop collaborative working relationships that foster a positive working environment with an emphasis on teamwork.</li>
<li>Demonstrate effective time management skills.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Skills:
<ul>
<li>Proficient with computers and the use of email and electronic medical and dental records.</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience Requirements:
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent</li>
<li>A current Washington State Dept. of Health Dental Assistant license</li>
<li>BLS Certification</li>
<li>Minimum of 280 hours chairside dental assisting experience</li>
</ul>
Preferred Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Completion of accredited Dental Assistant program</li>
<li>1 year of dental assisting experience</li></ul> 


About Neighborcare Health: 
Since 1968, Neighborcare Health has been removing barriers to health care for our neighbors. We believe everyone deserves a place to call their health care home, where a team of medical, dental and mental health professionals work in collaboration with each patient to develop a personal health improvement plan.

We are one of the largest providers of primary medical, dental and behavioral health care services in the Seattle area serving low-income and uninsured families and individuals, seniors on fixed incomes, immigrants, and people experiencing homelessness. Each year we care for nearly 60,000 patients at our nearly 30 non-profit medical, dental and school-based clinics. We ask everyone to pay what they can, but no one is turned away due to inability to pay.

Our clinics are located in neighborhoods where health disparities are the greatest, and our care teams, who speak over 55 languages and dialects, are as diverse as our patients. No matter who you are, or where you come from, regardless of your insurance, income or immigration status, you are welcome at Neighborcare Health.

Learn more about us here (https://neighborcare.org/).

The full job description is available upon request.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Lead Dental Assistant - Meridian (1.0 FTE)

Smile Rx

FULL TIME DENTAL ASSISTANTPosition Type: Full TimeLocation: North Weymouth, MassachusettsFull Time Dental AssistantDescription of Role:We are searching for an enthusiastic and empathetic dental assistant to join our dynamic team! Our ideal candidate is warm and professional, shows attention to detail and organization, and has the ability to multitask. The right applicant will be a team player with a high level of confidence and integrity. Daily responsibilities would include, setting up and breaking down rooms, seating and dismissing patients, chair side assisting, x-rays, maintaining suction and water lines, sterilization of instruments, ordering inventory, and other duties within the scope of a dental assistant. If you think that you would fit in with our team, we encourage you to apply today!Requirements:<ul><li>Radiology Certification (Required)</li><li>Licensed Dental Assistant (Required)</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $21.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>North Weymouth, MA 02191 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>North Weymouth, MA 02191: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Dental Assistant

Montezuma Family Dental

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist&rsquo;s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You&rsquo;ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist&rsquo;s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.Responsibilities<ul><li>Welcome customers in the dental office</li><li>Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort</li><li>Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed</li><li>Taking records, impressions, or x-rays</li><li>Sterilize instruments according to regulations</li><li>Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry</li><li>Undertake lab tasks as instructed</li><li>Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions</li><li>Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked</li><li>Perform various office tasks as necessary</li><li>Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures</li></ul>Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 8:30-4:00Job Type: Full-timeCompensation depends on experienceWork Remotely<ul><li>No</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Heartland Dental

<div><div>McKinneyDentist.com, a thriving practice in McKinney, TX, is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! At McKinneydentist.com, we believe that our culture is what makes our practice unique. Our practice vision is simple; &quot;We make people's lives better&quot;. We do what we can each day to live up to this. Not just for our patients, but for each other. We want to add a Dental Assistant to our growing family. Our ideal candidate will be invested and dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care to our patients, have experience with Dentrix, Invisaligin, previous general dentistry experience, and be a team player. 
As a Dental Assistant, you&rsquo;ll enjoy state of the art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.
</div><div>More about the role<ul><li>
Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment</li><li>
Conduct a thorough review of the patient&rsquo;s health history in order to provide quality care</li><li>
Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)</li><li>
Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act</li><li>
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping</li><li>
Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA &amp; CDC recommendations</li><li>
Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed</li><li>
Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow</li></ul> 
What You&rsquo;ll Gain<ul><li>
Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)</li><li>
Front loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential</li><li>
Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential</li></ul></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology</li><li>
Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment</li><li>
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification</li><li>
Excellent communication and organizational skills</li><li>
The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.</li></ul> 
Preferred Experience<ul><li>
1+ years of experience in a dental setting</li><li>
Dentrix or other dental software experience</li><li>
Dental assisting school certification</li></ul> 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position</li><li>
Prolonged periods sitting and standing</li><li>
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times</li><li>
Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year</li><li>
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL &amp; TN.</li></ul> 
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. 
At Heartland Dental, we&rsquo;re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.</div></div>

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