RDA/ Dental Assistant - Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics - Temecula, CA

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Temecula, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Sugarbug is hiring Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants-
Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics is an established Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic practice that has been serving the county of Ventura for over 10 years, just a short drive from the ocean in the city of Oxnard, CA. In early 2021, we are seeking to staff our second pediatric location in Camarillo, CA. As our company has expanded and continues to grow, so do the opportunities to grow our team. Sugarbug is currently looking for Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants to join our practice.
Sugarbug is seeking a Dental Assistant to work alongside our Dr.'s to provide both primary and comprehensive preventive and restorative care for infants, children and teens. This position requires dedication to the delivery of quality oral health care for all children, a caring and compassionate nature and commitment to becoming an integral part of Sugarbug’s oral health care team. If you are interested in joining an established and growing practice with a long tenured support team, joining Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics is a great opportunity for you.
Duties include but not limited to the following:
Patient Management

Greet patients
Set up treatment rooms for procedures
Escort patients to treatment room
Seat patients in treatment rooms
Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable
Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol
Ensure patients are always attended
Anticipate and assist dentist’s needs
Perform functions and tasks as assigned by the dentist
Mix dental materials
Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave
Chart patients records, service rendered and any charges
Escort patients from the treatment room to treatment coordination
Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart
Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist
Monitor patient flow

Treatment Room Management and Sterilization

Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean
Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures
Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations
Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations
Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized
Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display
Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases
Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment
Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol

Experience

Coursework in dental assisting and procedures
Compliance with state dental practice requirements (i.e., X-ray requirements, OSHA training)

Interpersonal

Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community
Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff

We offer a complete benefit package along with a positive work environment and an opportunity for growth.
Job Type: Full-time

Compensation (31-54k yearly range based on hourly pay) depending on Experience Licensing and Education

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