Registered Dental Assistant (Outpatient) - Full Time, Tulare Medical Office - #1409295

Adventist Health


Date: 15 hours ago
City: Tulare, CA
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed acute care hospital and 60 clinics in 27 rural communities with primary and specialty care services. Reedley is a perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts as it is located in the central San Joaquin Valley portion of California, close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities.

Job Summary

Provides appropriate oral health services to patients and families. Prepares materials and equipment for treatment and has them ready for dentist's use. Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including, but not limited to, taking/developing dental radiographs (x-rays) and

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
  • Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in state of practice: Required
  • Radiation Safety Certificate: Required
  • Coronal Polish license: Required
  • Sealant license: Required
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions

  • Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment. Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
  • Greets and prepares patients for treatment.
  • Exposes, develops and mounts dental radiographs. Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
  • Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines. Records medical and dental histories and vital signs, and treatment information of patient.
  • Participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals. Provides patient education materials. Maintains an appropriate office environment.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

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