Job DetailsJob Location
- Porterville 581 -
- Porterville,
- CA 93257Position
- Type:
- Full
- TimeSalary
- Range: $24.75 - $25.75
- HourlyJob
- Shift:
- DayJob
- Category: Health CareAt ACHC, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of our communities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center and licensed primary care clinic, we provide comprehensive medical and dental services, along with specialized care in Chiropractic, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Pediatrics, Psychology, Podiatry, and Optometry. With clinics located across Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties, our team works together to deliver accessible, high-quality care to every patient. As a Registered Dental Assistant at Aria Community Health Center you will have the opportunity to join a company that is experiencing a tremendous amount of growth, values your contribution, and provides you with a career rather than just a job.
- Job
- Summary: Provides oral hygiene and preventive services to dental patients. Evaluates and assesses provision of services. Performs procedures safely in compliance with regulations under the direction of a dentist. Provides patient education on various topics, including oral care techniques and overall dental health, to patients. Depending on expanded roles, education and training, the RDA may be privileged to perform X-Rays/imaging, remove sutures and dressings, tooth polishing, take impressions, apply fluoride and administer topical medications. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for use. Performs other tasks and duties as required or as assigned by Management Staff.
- QualificationsJob
- Requirements: Active CA license and certification as a Registered Dental Assistant BLS Certification Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Ability to work as a team player and work independently Excellent Communication Skills PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS The physical and cognitive demands listed below represent essential functions of this position and are required with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Hearing: Sufficient to engage with patients and staff in person and by telephone.
Speaking
Clear verbal communication to convey medical and operational information.
Vision
Visual acuity adequate for reading printed materials and viewing electronic screens.
Cognitive
Abilities: Aptitude to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending.
Motor
Function &
Mobility: Ability to move within the work environment to complete tasks and interact with others. Occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 10 pounds without assistance. Frequent standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and other movements typical of a standard workday. Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, operating tools or equipment, and handling materials. Some pushing and pulling required during daily tasks. The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Benefits
403(B) matching Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Vacation Pay Sick Pay EEO Statement: Aria Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Aria Community Health Center participates in E-Verify.
