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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team. The primary goal of this position is to provide quality care to patients in conjunction with the Dental Supervisor and Dental Director. Responsibilities include scheduling patients for dental clinics, assisting in coordinating patient flow, and maintaining clean and safe working areas while adhering to infection control practices.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Works in conjunction with Dental Supervisor and Dental Director providing quality care to patients.
• Schedule patients for dental clinics.
• Assist to coordinate patient flow.
• Answer telephones, provide information and appointments to callers.
• Collect donations from patients, complete all forms required, and submit money with reports to administration.
• Ensure that the dental department is properly cleaned.
• Adhere to infection control practices: Universal precautions, hand washing, sterile/aseptic technique.
• Record in sterilizing log every time instruments are sterilized, record daily suction lines, water lines, chairside trap logs.
• Clean, sterilize, and assemble instruments, supplies, and equipment required during dental procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean area, observing ergonomics safety precautions.
• Prepare patients for oral surgery and other dental treatments.
• Assist in dental treatment of patients, providing dentists with instruments and equipment necessary during patients' treatments.
• Take vital signs on patients when necessary.
• Take digital oral x-rays used in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Record treatment results in the patient’s dental record and instruct patients in the care of teeth.
• Discharge and arrange follow-up appointments.
• Work with the front office to ensure the integrity of dental records.
• Promote cost-effectiveness by utilizing equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Learn and use the current MIS system.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Verify patient insurance coverages through various web portals.
• Monitor all incoming messages to the dental department through text messaging apps, responding timely and coordinating with other departments.
• Attend in-services as scheduled by the supervisor and participate in trainings provided by the client to stay current with industry changes and clinical requirements.
• Comply with all HIPAA regulations.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• Dental Assistant Diploma and X-Ray License
• CPR certification.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Familiarity with OSHA protocols.
• Flexible to cover at other locations occasionally when needed.
• Experience with any dental software.

Experience

• 1 year or more experience preferred; open to new graduates if they are eager and well-mannered with good references.

Schedule / Shift

• Dental Clerks: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm or 8:30 am - 5:30 pm.
• Shifts may differ depending on when the docs are in.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.