Talent.com
Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits
Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full BenefitsAltaMed Health Services • Huntington Beach, CA, US
Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25 / hour Plus Full Benefits

Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25 / hour Plus Full Benefits

AltaMed Health Services • Huntington Beach, CA, US
job_description.job_card.1_day_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25 / hour Plus Full Benefits

Join to apply for the Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25 / hour Plus Full Benefits role at AltaMed Health Services

Overview

The Dental Assistant position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and the dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services to patients at the clinic or in the mobile oral health unit, as well as for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies, and for proper infection control of all areas involving patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services to patients at the clinic or in the mobile oral health unit.
  • Sterilize, prepare, and manage inventory of dental instruments and supplies.
  • Maintain proper infection control in all areas involving patient care.

Minimum Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED certificate required.
  • Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
  • Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting is preferred.
  • Coronal Polishing Certification, Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting.
  • Successful completion of a board-approved course in X-Ray, infection control required.
  • A valid BLS certification or higher (AHA or Red Cross guidelines).
  • Valid CA Driver's License, if assigned to Mobile Units, required.
  • Successful completion of DOJ / FBI background clearance within 30 days of hire, if assigned to Mobile Units.
  • Bilingual English / Spanish is preferred.

    • Compensation

    $25.00 per hour

    Compensation Disclaimer

    Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

    Benefits & Career Development

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Flexible Spending
  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Paid CME Days
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Corporate Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Pet Care Insurance

    • Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

    AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Services Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

    Seniority level

  • Entry level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Health Care Provider

    • Industries

  • Wellness and Fitness Services

    • J-18808-Ljbffr

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Dental Assistant • Huntington Beach, CA, US