Dental Assistant

DENTAL ASSISTANT – MARIN CITY HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Assistant will provide dental treatment to patients of Marin City Health & Wellness Center (MCHWC). The assistant must demonstrate strong communication skills, build rapport with patients and families, and show sensitivity to the diverse needs of the Marin City community.

• Proficient in all phases of 4‑handed dental assisting for prosthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, preventative, restorative, and diagnostic procedures.
• Familiar with dental terminology, medication, and instruments used during the above procedures.
• Perform expanded duties to the extent permitted by law.
• Clean and sterilize instruments after treatment.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies, including tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling.
• Maintain the dental supply inventory and keep operatory and laboratory clean and organized.
• Use motivational interviewing and caries‑risk assessment tools.
• Present treatment plans to patients and assist with referrals and follow‑up appointments.
• Maintain current licensure through continuing education and sign up for mandatory meetings.
• Take digital radiographs and record examination findings in the Open Dental EHR.
• Coordinate lab cases with labs, ensuring timely pickup, delivery, and proper tracking.
• Perform laboratory duties as instructed by the Dentist, e.g., pouring models.
• Provide administrative support to the Dentist and attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all privacy policies, regulations, and requirements.
• Demonstrate punctuality, regular attendance, and a professional attitude and appearance.

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting School preferred or minimum two years recent experience as an RDA.
• Valid CA RDA license and RDA certification.
• X‑ray license.
• CPR training current;
  Basic CPR (BCLS) certification.
• Completion of CE courses current.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and ability to take direction from supervisor.
• Understanding and promotion of MCHWC mission, vision, and values.
• Sensitivity to needs and situations of a multicultural population from a variety of income levels.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and provide excellent customer service, handling dissatisfied patients respectfully.
• Experience in a dental office setting or FQHC setting.

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal skills.
• English proficiency required.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.

This position is open to qualified applicants and the employer is an equal opportunity employer.