Dental Assistant

Family Health Centers of San Diego

San Diego, CA, US
Base: $25.00 - $29.12 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Chair-side assistance for dentist and hygienist
Accurate patient charting and documentation
X-ray acquisition and equipment maintenance
The organization serves over 227,000 patients annually with a special commitment to the uninsured and low-income communities

Job Summary

  • The organization serves over 227,000 patients annually with a special commitment to the uninsured and low-income communities.
  • The role involves accurate charting of diagnoses, assisting providers chair-side, and performing dental x-rays of diagnostic quality.
  • Employees receive competitive salary, excellent benefits including retirement match, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The organization serves over 227,000 patients annually with a special commitment to the uninsured and low-income communities.

Salary

Base: $25.00 - $29.12 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Retirement plan with employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chair-side assistance for dentist and hygienist
  • Accurate patient charting and documentation
  • X-ray acquisition and equipment maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Cost-effective resource management practices
  • Experience with uninsured patient populations

Key Requirements

  • Certificate from accredited dental assistant program or equivalent training
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
  • Valid California driver's license and personal automobile required
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • California Dental Board and Infection Control certifications within one year

Work Rights

Not specified

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