Talent.com
Dental Assistant Floater
Dental Assistant FloaterSt John's Well Child and Family Center • Los Angeles, CA, United States
No longer accepting applications
Dental Assistant Floater

Dental Assistant Floater

St John's Well Child and Family Center • Los Angeles, CA, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Perform fundamental duties assisting a licensed dentist, perform clerical functions of a dental office; perform related work. Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties in dental offices. They prepare patients for treatment, assure that dental records and instruments are ready for the dentist to use, serve as the dentist assistant at chair-side and keep patients comfortable and relaxed. Dental Assistant also prepares and takes X-rays, processes films, sterilizes instruments and equipment, and instructs patients in post-treatment care.

Benefits :

  • Free Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • 403 (B) retirement match
  • Life Insurance, EAP
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • SEIU Union
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Continued workforce development & training
  • Succession plans & growth within

Qualifications / Licensure :

  • High School
  • DA Assistant School
  • Two years experience in the field
  • Strong charting / documentation skills.
  • OJT accredited
  • Bilingual English / Spanish (Required)
  • Proficient Microsoft Office and Excel (familiarity with medical terminology).
  • EHR- Electronic Health Record (Preferred)
  • PMS- Practice Management System (Preferred)
  • Licensure / Certification :

  • Dental Assisting School, OSHA Certification, CPR License, X-ray Radiation License
  • Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide verification and recertification when requested by management.
  • Responsibilities :

  • Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by striving to keep our patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual concerns, and promoting the good qualities of your doctor.
  • Maintain a clean, sterile and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable, prepare them treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
  • Obtain dental history and / or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips). Ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients.
  • Escort patients to / from the front desk, and introduce them to the exit clerk.
  • Prepare tray setups for dental procedures, and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed.
  • Complete x-rays for adults and Pedo (children) patients as appropriate.
  • Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
  • Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
  • Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations.
  • Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policy FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices.
  • Maintain all logs required for St. John's Dental equipment, in compliance with prescribed audit tools.
  • Maintain monthly check of Emergency medical kit, Oxygen tanks and oxygen masks (adult and children).
  • Maintain adequate inventory of Dental supplies.
  • Place orders for Dental supplies in accordance to St. John's purchase protocols.
  • Demonstrates oral hygiene care procedure and techniques.
  • Hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
  • Record patient charting and all doctor notes on treatment record. Ensure the doctor signs treatment record consents and healthy history.
  • Act in accordance with those set forth as per the applicable State's Dental Auxiliaries.
  • Clean each operatory in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.
  • Maintains strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations, (e.g., OSHS, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) inputting prescriptions and patients chart.
  • Practice Management System (PMS) Registration, Scheduling and Billing.
  • Must be able to cope in a "fast pace" environment.
  • St. John's Community Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

    Create a job alert for this search

    Dental Assistant • Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Related jobs
    Dental Assistant - $1000 sign on bonus

    Dental Assistant - $1000 sign on bonus

    Imagen Dental Partners • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Do you love to create a smooth environment that puts the patient first? If so we would LOVE to talk to you!.A compensation package, starting at $27+ per / hour based on experience / and additional bo...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    California Staffing • Los Angeles, CA, US
    Permanent +1
    This position will start as a fixed-term for six months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent.Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstandi...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Canoga Park Dental • Canoga Park, CA
    Full-time +1
    Quick Apply
    Dental Assistant (DA / RDA) – Join Our Best Life Companies Team!.Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs).We’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient care — and about creating a workplace where ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

    Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

    PDS Health • Los Angeles, CA, US
    Full-time
    Now is the time to join PDS Health.You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    TradeJobsWorkforce • 90028 Los Angeles, CA, US
    Full-time +1
    An established pediatric dental office is looking for Dental Assistants who are available to start immediately.We are seeking a candidate that is willing to work a part-time or full-time schedule, ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    AltaMed • Santa Ana, CA, US
    Full-time
    If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed.At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed it's nurtured, celebrate...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Huntington Park Dental • Huntington Park, CA
    Full-time +1
    Quick Apply
    Dental Assistant (DA / RDA) – Join Our Best Life Companies Team!.Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs).We’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient care — and about creating a workplace where ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    A-Plus Dentistry LA • Los Angeles, CA
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Here is a detailed job description for an Experienced Dental Assistant position at A Plus Dentistry – Los Angeles : .Job Title : Experienced Dental Assistant. Location : A Plus Dentistry, Los Angeles, C...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Dental Assistant - Earn Up to $37 / hr

    Dental Assistant - Earn Up to $37 / hr

    TradeJobsWorkforce • 90076 Los Angeles, CA, US
    Full-time +1
    An established pediatric dental office is looking for Dental Assistants who are available to start immediately.We are seeking a candidate that is willing to work a part-time or full-time schedule, ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Confidential Dental Practice • Fullerton, CA
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    We are a privately owned dental office in Orange County.We do General, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontics, and Oral Surgery. The ideal candidate would be reliable, and have a positive, friendly...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Lead Dental Assistant

    Lead Dental Assistant

    Children's Dental FunZone • Santa Clarita, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Start Your Successful Dental Career Today!.We are looking for an excellent Back-office supervisor to join our Dental Practice!. Full-time + Benefits+ Monthly Bonus.Mon-Friday 8 : 00 am- 5 : 00 pm Saturd...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Vanek Dentistry • Costa Mesa, CA
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Seeking Dental Assistant (RDA or DA) in Costa Mesa, CA!.Our private dental practice is looking for an experienced, energetic, and caring. Our practice is a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility where...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Dental Assistant Floater

    Dental Assistant Floater

    St. John's Wellchild & Family Center • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Perform fundamental duties assisting a licensed dentist, perform clerical functions of a dental office; perform related work. Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office and laborato...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    PDS Health • La Canada Flintridge, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Now is the time to join La Canada Smiles Dentistry.You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level a...Show more
    Last updated: 14 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    University of Southern California (USC) • Los Angeles, CA, US
    Permanent +1
    This position will start as a fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent.Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding...Show more
    Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
    Traveling Dental Assistant, Ortho - Temporary

    Traveling Dental Assistant, Ortho - Temporary

    Gentle Dental • Brea, California, United States
    Full-time +2
    At Gentle Dental, we value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile.Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral healthcare services. We enhance the quality of our pati...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Children's Dental FunZone • Los Angeles, CA, US
    Full-time
    Wouldn't it be exciting to put your skills to the test in a unique environment where every day is an experience?.Picture yourself working in a fun, rapidly growing pediatric dental office, where a ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant

    Dental Assistant

    Los Angeles Staffing • Los Angeles, CA, US
    Permanent +1
    Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Dental Assistants to support the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System in Los Angeles, CA and surrounding satellite locations....Show more
    Last updated: 18 days ago • Promoted