Job located in Wilmington, CA, USA

Mission

Northeast Community Clinic’s mission is to provide comprehensive, quality healthcare in a culturally sensitive and linguistically competent manner to low-income, underserved, and indigent patients in the communities of the Los Angeles region, regardless of financial status.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant (DA) is a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure the highest quality oral health for NECC’s patients.

Benefits and Schedule

· Full-Time Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM

· Medical Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Life Insurance

· 12 Holidays / year

· Retirement Plan 403B

· 7 Accrued Sick days per year

· 5 days of Jury Duty

· Direct Deposit

· 10 accrued vacation days per year (after 5 years, 15 accrued vacation days per year)

Position Availability

· 1 Position Immediately available

COVID-19 Considerations

· N95, disposable gowns and face shields supplied

· COVID-19 screening / testing all patients

· Social Distance, mask and current safety guidelines strictly observed for optimal staff safety

· Aerosol extractor in each room

· HEPA filter in each room

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist Dentist in all 4-handed dentistry procedures

· Maintains inventory supplies and prepares operatory treatment and procedure rooms

· Process Dentist ordered services in accordance with State regulatory and NECC protocols & guidelines.

· Sterilize instruments and maintain a sterile work environment.

· Provide patient education, including oral care techniques and overall dental health to patients.

· Ensure preventive maintenance is performed to maintain proper function of all dental equipment.

Requirements

· New Dental Assistant graduates welcome

· Knowledge of Dentrix and Digital X-Rays (will train)

License / Certification

· Dental Assistant Diploma

· X-Ray certification (required)

· BLS Certification (required prior to commencement of duties)