Posted 3w ago

Pedo Dental Assistant

@ Sonrava Health
Fresno, California, United States
$21-$27/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Sterilizing instruments, Preparing patients for treatment, Taking radiographs
Requirements Summary:Pediatric dental assistant handling radiographs, patient prep, sterilization, charting, and infection control with state-specific certifications.
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Our conveniently located office offers a range of affordable, high quality dental services-from routine teeth cleanings to complex procedures. We believe that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture.

  • Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties
  • Attend to the patient and parents individual concerns and expectations
  • Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines
  • Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist - complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner, record patient charting and all of the dentist’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
  • Take and understand basic pediatric vital signs
  • Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist
  • Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines
  • Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations

• Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience