Dental Assistant (FT) Job at Community Health Alliance of Pasadena

Community Health Alliance of Pasadena Pasadena, CA

We are looking to hire a Dental Assistant - Billingual Spanish.

Job Summary:
The primary function of the Dental Assistant (DA) is to provide direct and indirect support to dentists in the delivery of patient care. The DA must function under the direct supervision of a dentist. The DA will oversee all aspects of clinic operations, delegating tasks to other support staff as necessary in order to assure efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Call patients from the waiting room, guide them to the dental chair and at the conclusion of the visit, walk patients to the front to arrange follow-up appointments according to the dentist's instructions.
  • Review patient medical history, ensure it is completely filled out, and alert the dentist of medical conditions prior to procedures.
  • Take blood pressure readings.
  • Take, radiographs, as directed by the clinician.
  • Take and pour study model impressions, as directed by the clinician.
  • Prepare the patient and set up dental procedure trays.
  • Assist the dentist during patient procedures.
  • Clean and disinfect operatory and equipment according to established infection control and safety guidelines.
  • Stock rooms in between patients.
  • Sterilize and organize dental instruments.
  • Maintain equipment according to manufacturer recommendations to ensure good working order.
  • Follow ChapCare standards for Universal Precautions when working with potentially infectious materials (blood or body fluids).
  • Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations.
  • Demonstrate an attitude of cooperation and professionalism.
  • Maintain a harmonious relationship with unit/co-worker, providing support and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality patient care.
  • Seek appropriate input from the manager on interpersonal relationships that affect unit harmony and patient care.
  • Participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, and outreach.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Dental Site Lead, Office Manager, and/or Dental Director.

Prior Experience:
  • Previous experience working in a private or community dental clinic is preferred.
Personal Qualities:
  • Candidates must be bilingual in Spanish.
  • Displays a cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty.
  • Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions, and divisive behavior.
  • Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public.
  • Works cooperatively with providers and other leads and staff members.
  • Displays flexibility in accepting, changing, or carrying out assignments.
  • Adheres to dress code expectations.
  • Displays sensitivity in a multi-cultural environment.

Education Requirement:
  • High School diploma or higher.
  • Completion of DA course.
  • Current CPR certificate.
  • Dental Radiation and Safety Compliance Certificate.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Certificate of completion of Board-approved 8-hour course on Infection Control.
  • Certificate of completion of Board-approved 2-hour course on California Dental Practice Act.
  • Candidates must be bilingual Spanish-speaking.


About Community Health Alliance of Pasadena:

ChapCare is a network of HRSA-funded community health centers that has provided medical services to countless under-insured and uninsured residents of the San Gabriel Valley for over 22 years. ChapCare provides comprehensive primary healthcare services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services to almost 16,500 patients per year. The organization utilizes state of the art equipment such as Electronic Health Records to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of care. ChapCare has grown substantially over the last few years to meet the increasing need for services in the San Gabriel Valley. New health center locations are now open in South El Monte, El Monte, and Monrovia. ChapCare also offers free health insurance enrollment assistance through a Covered California Navigator Grant. Our Certified Enrollment Counselors assist community members enroll in health insurance plans available under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) at select health centers in Pasadena, El Monte, and Monrovia. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, ChapCare has answered the call as a public health resource for our community. Many of our healthcare services can now be delivered through telehealth options such as telephone visits. In addition, ChapCare offers COVID-19 testing options for its patients and the community. ChapCare also regularly sanitizes its facilities following all safety guidelines set forth by CDC, state, and local health officials.




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