Temp Registered Dental Assistant
Sonoma County Indian Health Project Inc.
About the Practice
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Dental Department Director, the registered Dental Assistant (RDA) will aid the Dentist using appropriate dental procedures during patient visits. This person will also prepare operatory areas for patient visits as well as sterilize and restore operatory areas after use to maintain equipment, supplies and inventories.
Qualifications:
Certificate of Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) currently licensed by the California State Board of Dental Examiners; or evidence of being engaged in study leading toward the RDA Certificate.
Certificate of radiation safety examination, California State Board.
Certificate of coronal polishing.
Experience with IHS and Electronic Dental Records preferred.
Knowledge of Dental instruments and equipment.
Take quality dental radiographs.
Prepare dental operatory areas for each dental treatment.
Be familiar with dental materials (mixtures, solutions, chemicals) and how to prepare them for the dental treatment.
Understand dental nomenclature (tooth numbers, positions, and surfaces) and dental terminology.
Able to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
Present oral hygiene instructions and nutrition counseling to the patient.
Demonstrate proficiency in Electronic Dental Records.
Perform other job-related duties as directed.
Ability to successfully complete CPR Certification, employer training provided.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background investigation.
Special Qualifications:
All employees must be sensitive to the needs of the Native American Community, demonstrate a deep understanding and respect for the diverse cultural heritage, traditions, and historical context of the Native American Community.
How to Apply:
Submit your application to Sonoma County Indian Health Project, Inc.
Attention: Human Resources Department
Address: 144 Stony Point Road, Room 2209, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Email: employment@scihp.org Fax: (707) 526-1016
Application Form: Available online at www.scihp.org/human-resources
When applying under Indian Preference, please include valid documentation of eligibility with your application materials.
About Sonoma County Indian Health Project Inc.
Sonoma County Indian Health Project, Inc. (SCIHP) was established in 1971 by a group of leaders from the Indian communities of Sonoma County. Their goal was to provide health care for all Indians of Sonoma County and to provide services in a manner which is sensitive to the culture and traditions of the local Indian Tribes. Over the years, SCIHP has steadily progressed from a small organization consisting of a single dental chair and an exam table to the multimillion-dollar comprehensive health care facility it is today. Even in these turbulent times of health care and diminishing resources, we continue to grow. Because SCIHP is funded by State, County and private funds, we also provide care to non-Indians depending on the funding source. SCIHP has now expanded care to non-Indians with Medi-Cal on a limited basis. Cloverdale, Dry Creek, Graton, Lytton, Manchester Point Area and Stewarts Point Rancherias have designated SCIHP as a Tribal Organization, under P.L. 93-638. The Mishewal Wappo tribe is also one of the tribes that support SCIHP. SCIHP has 501(c)(3) status and is incorporated by the State of California as a non-profit organization.