Registered Dental Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

Our newly UCSF Dentistry clinic is a high-volume, multi-specialty dental clinic located in the city of San Mateo. This flagship practice is designed with a strong emphasis on technology, integrated care, and an exceptional patient experience.

Under the supervision of the clinic supervisor, the Registered Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist provider in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients. The incumbent prepares operatory for patient treatment, exposes and develops dental radiographs and performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the provider. Additionally, the RDA maintains dental equipment and work areas in compliance with UCSF policies and procedures relative to infection control and safety issues; maintains adequate operatory supplies and assists with various clinical and administrative functions as appropriate.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Key Responsibilities Indicate key functions and the estimated percentage of time spent performing each function. If there are more than 10 key responsibilities, some of the similar functions may be grouped together and an estimated % applied. Please indicate which responsibilities are considered "essential" to the successful performance of the job as defined by the EEOC: “Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform…You should carefully examine each job to determine which functions or tasks are essential to performance”. The following website can provide guidance:  http://ucsfhr.ucsf.edu/index.php/dismgmt/article/1205

If applicable, describe the position’s role in planning, managing or coordinating the programs, functions, activities, and processes of the organizational unit to achieve unit goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a program in dental assistance 
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience in general dentistry or specialties (pros, endo, pedo, ortho)
• Experience taking x-rays 
• Excellent communication and patient-care abilities
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Familiar with infection control policies and procedures; HIPPA
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of dental equipment and instruments.
• Familiarity with dental terminology, materials, medication used during dental procedures
• Sound knowledge of various periodontic procedures and practices
• Good hand to eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance.
• Able to multi-task in fast paced environment
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment

List required licenses or certifications, if any:_

• Current RDA license
• Current Dental X-ray certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Epic