Dental Assistant; Oakland

We are looking to hire a Dental Assistant immediately to support our leading non-profit client in SF! This position would be from Monday - Friday from 9am-5:30pm and it will be 3-6 month contract in Oakland!
Pay: $30/hr

DUTIES:

• Perform all duties according to the Dental Practice Act of California.
• Support dentists by following their instructions during procedures.
• Work in both General and Pediatric Dental Clinics.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients and parents/caregivers.
• Apply topical anesthetic as requested.
• Take patients' vital signs when necessary.
• Prepare treatment rooms according to policy.
• Maintain and prepare trays for procedures.
• Review planned treatment to set up trays and rooms appropriately.
• Prepare anesthesia for transfer to dentist.
• Remove excess moisture from the mouth.
• Transfer instruments to dentists while adhering to sterilization standards.
• Prepare and deliver required restorative materials.
• Remove and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Obtain Informed Consent and provide postoperative instructions.
• Take impressions for diagnostic and study models.
• Pour and package impressions for dental lab.
• Inform Dental Lead RDA of supply needs.
• Provide translation services as needed.
• Demonstrate understanding of safety policies and ensure safe patient practices.
• Follow required protocols for personal safety.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide off-site dental treatment when assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed Registered Dental Assistant in California. (preferred)
• One year of DA work experience.
• Dental x-ray safety license and experience with digital x-ray technology.
• Experience with Dentrix EDR system is a plus.
• Coronal polishing license and Sealant Certification.
• Excellent teamwork and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of four-handed dentistry and plaque control instruction.
• Experience with Microsoft Office is desired.
• Commitment to serve Native American and vulnerable populations.