jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Position Summary

Perform basic supportive dental procedures under the supervision of a dentist; must be available to work Saturdays.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

General Supervision:

• Perform all duties assigned to dental assistants, under the supervision of a licensed dentist.
• Operate dental radiography equipment for oral radiography and have a radiographic safety certificate.
• Perform intraoral and extraoral photography.
• Mouth-mirror inspection of the oral cavity, to include charting of obvious lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth.
• Placement and removal of temporary sedative dressings

Direct supervision

• Obtain endodontic cultures
• Application of pits and fissure sealants (Certification required)
• Dry canals, previously opened by the supervising dentist, with absorbent points.
• Test pulp vitality
• Placing of bases and liners on sound dentin
• Removal of cement excess from supragingival surfaces of teeth
• Sizing of stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns, and bands
• Coronal Polishing (Board approved course required)
• May perform this function prior to rubber dam application; placement of bands, crowns and restorations; fluoride application, acid etch procedures; or after removal of dressings Apply non-aerosol and noncaustic topical agents.
• Apply topical fluoride.
• Take intraoral impressions for all non-prosthodontic appliances.
• Place and remove rubber dams or other isolation devices.
• Place, wedge, and remove matrices for restorative procedures.
• Remove post-extraction dressings after inspection of the surgical site by the supervising licensed dentist.
• Cure restorative or orthodontic materials in operative site with a light-curing device.

Patient Care

• Manage patient flow to maximize patient access and service by ensuring dental exam rooms are adequately stocked and are ready for patients.
• Prepare patients for dental examination by taking and recording vital signs and medical/dental histories.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
• Effectively communicate request from patients to dentist or dental care team members.
• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures such as taking dental x-rays.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain an adequate supply of functioning instruments and equipment.
• Prepare instruments, materials and medication for use in dental procedures.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures.
• Record treatment information in patient records using Electronic Dental Records system.

Other Duties

• Stock, clean and prepare operatories
• Seat patients and have proper set-up procedures before doctor enters
• Update health history if needed
• Assist the doctor at the chair
• Chart patients services
• Dismiss patients and complete their charts
• Prepare operatories for next patient
• Pour and trim study models
• Oil hand pieces, sterilize instruments
• Keep supplies stocked
• Change plaster trap monthly
• Clean impression trays daily
• Clean operatories
• Direct Doctor to the next patient
• Other duties as assigned

Commitment to Quality

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellent patient experience and quality outcomes in equal measure.
• Communicate and work effectively with providers and other members of the dental care team to best serve patients. Contribute to a welcoming clinical space and healthy work environment through proactive relationship building, direct communication and sound judgment.
• Engaged participation in huddles, staff meetings, team building activities and assigned development opportunities. Continue your professional development through participation in educational opportunities
• Adherence to all Dientes’ ethical and professional standards, including Dientes policies and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.50 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person