Dental Assistant II

Job DetailsJob Location: San Jose, CA 95129Salary Range: $24.00 - $25.00 Hourly                      DENTAL ASSISTANT II

                                       POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

Reports To:            Practice Manager

Position Status:      Non-exempt

 

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary duty of the Dental Assistant II is to assist in the overall delivery of care and to be an integral part of the patient care team by consistently delivering the most memorable and fun service experience possible for every patient, every day in every office.

 

Specific Responsibilities


Prepare office with daily opening and closing duties
Prepare treatment area for patient by following procedures and protocols
Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting and seating patient
Assist the doctors during treatment procedures
Perform dental infection control procedures
Take x-rays
Perform cleanings
Perform all lab related procedures
Hand off patient at check-out
Complete care calls and thank you cards
Assist in managing and controlling supply inventory
Document dental care services by charting in patient records
Maintain strict compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, Dental Board, etc…)
Maintain safe and clean working environment
Other duties as assigned

QualificationsDesired Background


Dental Assistant Certification-required
Current CPR-required
Infection Control Certificate – required
Radiation Certificate – required
Coronal Polishing Certificate – required
Completion of KCDO competency assessment
Upbeat personality is a MUST
Loves working with children
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail
Clean, neat professional appearance
Knowledge of Dentrix a plus
Travel to other office locations as required