Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
competitive compensation
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
retirement plan with company match
short and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending account
wellness and Employee Assistance Program
Travel reimbursement
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Career development opportunities
Job Description
CentroMed is a well-established 501(c)3 non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to serving the greater San Antonio community. Founded in 1971 by CEO and President Ernesto Gomez, PhD, CentroMed has evolved from a small community-based program into a robust network of healthcare clinics that provide comprehensive health and dental services to diverse populations regardless of income levels. The organization operates with a mission to enhance the well-being of families by delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare in a culturally competent and affordable manner. CentroMed values respect, integrity, excellence, affordability, and teamwork as the pillars guiding its commitment to improving patient care across all serviced... Show More
Job Requirements
- requires high school degree or GED
- graduate from accredited dental assisting program
- radiology, infection control, and jurisprudence certification required
- CPR certification required
- one year dental assisting experience preferred
- bilingual Spanish preferred
- ability to perform four-handed dental assisting
- must hold and maintain proper professional standards and licensing
- finger dexterity for small movements
- capacity for repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and fingers
- physically able to stand and walk most of the day
- able to lift up to 25 pounds
- able to meet attendance requirements
- must not pose a health or safety threat
- deliver excellent customer service
Job Qualifications
- high school degree or GED
- graduate from accredited dental assisting program
- radiology certification
- infection control certification
- jurisprudence certification
- CPR certified
- preferred one year dental assisting experience
- bilingual in Spanish preferred
- four-handed dental assisting skills
- nitrous oxide exam certification preferred
- maintain required professional credentials to comply with Federal Torts Claims Act
Job Duties
- assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry
- assist the dentist with patient management including instrument transfer, isolation, oral evacuation, retraction, and preparation of materials
- chart examination and treatment results on patient dental records
- maintain autoclave, ultrasonic, and other dental equipment
- ensure monitoring logs for infection control are accurately completed
- prepare, sterilize, and set up dental operatory and instruments according to OSHA guidelines
- review and document vital signs and medical history at initial seating
- instruct patients on oral hygiene, nutritional counseling, and post-operative care
- maintain adequate inventory and follow supply ordering protocols
- travel independently to other locations as needed
- perform other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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