Receptionist/Registered Dental Assistant Job at Colusa Indian Community Council, Colusa, CA

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  • Colusa Indian Community Council
  • Colusa, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Position: Receptionist/Registered Dental Assistant

Department: Colusa Indian Dental Clinic

Reports to: Director of Clinic Operations

Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: Regular, Full Time

Government Essential

Job Function:

The Dental Receptionist provides office support services that creates an environment where every person feels welcomed and is shown respect and empathy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Enhances Dental Clinic and the Organizations reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
  • Maintains personal appearance, workstation and waiting area in compliance with clinical confidentiality and patient service protocols.
  • Answers telephones courteously, make appointments and take messages according to protocols.
  • Greets patients and visitors warmly at the front desk and provide both registration and exit support services.
  • Documents insurance eligibility and inform patients of the estimated services cost and their treatment plan payment requirements.
  • Processes route slips and return to Billing Coordinator.
  • Balances daily cash receipts and cash bag.
  • Prepares clinical records for patients visit with the provider.
  • Assists clinical staff in maintenance and filing of completed patient records.
  • Maintains office supply orders.
  • Collaborates with all coworkers in performing duties required to provide patient-focused services that meet all regulatory and licensing standards.
  • Maintains high confidentiality standards at all times. Is required to sign a confidentiality statement upon acceptance of employment.
  • Displays a comprehensive knowledge of and ability to implement dental care techniques.
  • Has thorough knowledge of dental instrumentation and equipment use and care.
  • Proficiency in dental procedures and potential complications.
  • Is able to recognize signs and symptoms of emergency situations and interventions.
  • Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures.
  • Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
  • Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays.
  • Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
  • Pours, trims, and polishes study casts, fabricates custom impression trays from preliminary impressions, cleans and polishes removable appliances, and fabricates temporary restorations.
  • Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
  • Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by Dentist.
  • Records treatment information in patient records.
  • Collaborates with all coworkers in performing duties required to provide patient-focused services that meet all regulatory and licensing standards.
  • Maintains current CPR certification.
  • Maintains high confidentiality standards at all times. Is required to sign a confidentiality statement upon acceptance of employment.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

  • Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.

Education and Experience:

  • RDA or DA Certification
  • At least 6 months of experience working in a dental office preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for long period of time, bend, kneel and lift heavy objects.

Licensing Requirements:

  • Documentation of Dental Assistant Training
  • Current radiograph certification with the State of California.
  • Valid CPR/1st Aid certification

Key Competencies:

  • Good organization and time management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiar with ICD-10, CPT-4 codes
  • Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Is tactful, poised, pleasant and diplomatic, exhibiting a positive, professional demeanor to peers, patients, physicians and visitors. Promotes team image and possesses a high degree of flexibility.
  • Demonstrates cooperation and consideration of other health team members and peers.
  • Must be organized, flexible and versatile with the ability to function effectively in stressful situations.
  • Must be eager and enthusiastic in promoting the general philosophy of the facility.
  • Dedicated hard worker with ability to report to work on a daily basis.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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