Registered Dental Assistant

Primary Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director and the Director of the PHCC assists faculty in all clinical aspects of patient care and treatment.

Essential Functions
Perform chairside duties to include four-handed dentistry. Clean sanitize and maintain dental operatories; maintain proper sterilization of instruments and materials. Provide post-treatment instruction and materials to patients; escort patients to and from treatment rooms. Take radiograph images. Pour diagnostic models and perform minor laboratory procedures. Monitor adherence to infection control policies and procedures among clinic students residents and faculty. Restock supplies clean and maintain equipment as needed. Assist with front desk duties including telephone coverage scheduling and appointment confirmation. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and/or Director PHCC . University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity equity and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to the ways socio-cultural forces related to race gender ability sexuality socio-economic status etc. impede or propel students faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Licenses: High school diploma or equivalent. Current RDA license. Current California X-ray license. Current CPR certification. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of dental assisting experience in a group practice or dental school setting.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of : Dental terminology and treatments. Scheduling and care coordination in an inter-disciplinary environment. Chairside dental assisting. Sterilization and infection control procedures. Medical emergency procedures including CPR . General office administration methods. Ability to: Communicate effectively with faculty staff and patients. Effectively assist staff and faculty. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Apply patient management and time management skills. Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment. Work independently or as part of a team. Bilingual skills (Spanish) are highly desirable. Recognize and set-up dental instruments. Perform chairside assisting duties in all assigned roles. Follow oral and written instructions. Utilize computer/scanner to employ bar coding system. Utilize a clinic management system. Maintain and utilize equipment instruments and supplies. Education/Licenses: Current CDA license desirable. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Work Schedule
Position is full-time eight (8) hours hours per day five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts to include evenings.