The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable
health center in Pomona, CA committed to providing access to high-quality
healthcare while empowering patients, employees, and community partners to
improve their well-being and strengthen the health of the communities they
serve.
We are seeking an experienced and dependable Registered
Dental Assistant for their Dental Clinic to provide clinical, administrative,
and operational support for comprehensive dental services.
Under the general supervision of the Lead Dental
Assistant and Dentist, The Dental Assistant will assist with dental and
radiography procedures, prepare and maintain equipment and supplies according
to established protocols, support patient administration and records
management, and assist with day-to-day office operations to ensure efficient,
high-quality patient care.
Schedule: Full-Time
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
chair-side assistance to the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare,
sterilize, organize, and maintain dental equipment and supplies in
accordance with OSHA and clinic standards
- Set
up procedure trays and maintain housekeeping records
- Take,
develop, and process dental radiographs as directed by the dentist and
within required radiation safety training
- Support
monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols
- Order
and maintain inventory of dental clinic supplies
- Welcome,
interact with, and process dental clinic patients
- Perform
telephone triage and conduct patient interviews
- Maintain
dental laboratory slips and dental records in accordance with established
protocols
- Assist
with monthly reporting and quality improvement activities
- Perform
other job-related duties as assigned by the Lead Dental Assistant
What We Are Looking For
Education, Licenses, Certifications and Experience
- High
school diploma or equivalent
- Active
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in good standing
- California
Board of Dental Examiners-approved radiation safety certification
- 1–2
years of related dental assisting experience
- Current
CPR certification
- Knowledge
of dental clinical procedures, protocols, sterilization, and radiation
safety
- Knowledge
of dental supplies, equipment, ordering, and inventory control
- Knowledge
of patient evaluation, interviewing, and triage procedures
- Knowledge
of federal, state, and institutional regulations for outpatient dental
services
Additional Skills and Attributes
- Bilingual
English/Spanish
- Proficiency
in four-handed dental assisting techniques
- Ability
to prepare, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot dental equipment and
instrumentation
- Ability
to develop and process dental radiographs
- Strong
communication, interviewing, teamwork, and multitasking skills
- Strong
records management and organizational skills
- Ability
to plan and schedule effectively and work collaboratively in a clinical
environment
What You Can Expect
- Active
clinical environment with frequent standing, sitting, bending, reaching,
and patient interaction
- Work
in a small, shared office setting
- Regular
documentation of patient notes, treatment plans, records, and reports
- Frequent
communication with patients and clinical staff regarding patient needs and
care instructions
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive
Hourly Pay
- Medical,
Dental and Vision Insurance
- Holiday
Vacation and Sick Leave
- Employee
Assistance Program
- Life
Insurance (Basic + Voluntary)
- Tuition
Reimbursement
- 403(b)
Retirement plan with 6% match
If you
are a skilled and compassionate Registered Dental Assistant looking to make a
meaningful impact in a patient-focused healthcare environment, we invite you to
apply and join a team dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the
community.