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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2> \n<p>“To enhance the quality of life for men, women and children in the greater Los Angeles area through the provision of high quality, accessible and affordable healthcare services.”</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We offer fantastic benefits, competitive pay, and a great family-oriented environment!</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We offer: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Medical Benefits - FHCCGLA pays <strong>100%</strong> of employee’s  Kaiser; Anthem Blue Cross; Health Net; and United Health Care coverage (HMO Plan) subject to change during open enrollment.  </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>403 B - Through Mutual of America, the company matches up to 5% of employee’s salary.  </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>Dental Benefit - MetLife Only (HMO/PPO Plan).  </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>11 Holidays Observed. </li>\n <li>2 Floating Holidays</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>Vision Benefit - MetLife Plan.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>1 Birthday Holiday</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>Life Insurance - Accidental Death & Dismemberment; and Long-term Disability.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>7 Paid Sick Leave - 56 hours Full-Time</li>\n <li>Paid Sick Leave – 40, Part-Time and Per-Diem</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>Employee Assistance Program </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>2 weeks’ Vacation</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>AFLAC Benefits</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>This would be a great opportunity to make a difference with you onboard!</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>POSITION TITLE: </strong>Registered Dental Assistant</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>DEPARTMENT</strong>: Dental</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>REPORTS TO: </strong>Dentist</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>POSITION OVERVIEW:  </strong> Registered Dental Assistant performs duties such as: prepare the patient for the treatment, assist the dentist in performing treatment for the patient in restorative dentistry or oral surgery, prepare materials and equipment for treatment and have them ready for the dentist’s use, take x-rays and assist the dentist in laboratory work. May perform other related work to include, but not limited to, making appointments, answer the phone, ordering supplies and doing the dental billing.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<p><strong>DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>1. Greets patients in waiting area and escorts patients to vitalling area to record patient’s vital signs. </p>\n<p>2. Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by         the dentist. </p>\n<p>3. Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good          oral hygiene, questioning patients to ascertain home care status, instructing patients in                      techniques of flossing and brushing in accordance with protocol. </p>\n<p>4. Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures. </p>\n<p>5. Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator and assure                completion of forms and signatures. </p>\n<p>6. Assume the responsibility associated with any expanded duties that may be delegated by the            dentist.</p>\n<p>7. Familiar the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion to          that patient when it is needed. </p>\n<p>8. Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory. </p>\n<p>9. Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments. </p>\n<p>10. Assist in front office procedures if time allows or need is determined by the Associate Dental              Director or Dentist. </p>\n<p>11. Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment. </p>\n<p>12. Serves as supply liaison. Communicates with purchasing department and vendors to assure              prompt receipt of all orders. </p>\n<p>13. May perform the following procedures: </p>\n<ul>\n <li> Obtain endodontic cultures. </li>\n <li> Dry canals, previously opened by the supervising dentist, with absorbent points. </li>\n <li> Test pulp vitality. </li>\n <li> Place bases and liners on sound dentin. </li>\n <li> Remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth with hand instrument or floss. </li>\n <li> Size stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns and bands. </li>\n <li> Temporary cementation and removal of temporary crowns and removal of orthodontic bands. </li>\n <li> Placement of orthodontic separators. </li>\n <li> Placement and ligation of arch wires. </li>\n <li> Placement of post-extraction and periodontal dressings. </li>\n <li> Take bite registrations for diagnostic models for case study only. </li>\n <li> Coronal polishing. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>14. Promotes and believes in NHSI mission statement “Health for All”. </p>\n<p>15. Undertakes continuous self-improvement, attending applicable training, seminars, in-services            and educational classes to maintain skills competency and current knowledge for standard of            care and effective practices</p>\n<p>16. Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religion and economic status.</p>\n<p>17. Responsible for following all agency safety and health standards, regulations, procedures,                  policies and practices. </p>\n<p>18. Identifies, initiates and implements measures to deliver high quality care to patients and improve        services.</p>\n<p>19. Responds efficiently and timely to all patient and provider staff needs and inquiries.</p>\n<p>20. Ensures excellent customer service to all FHCCGLA patients.</p>\n<p>21. Works with the operations managers to manage patient scheduling and flow to address                      bottlenecks, scheduling issues, etc. </p>\n<p>22. Handles patient grievances according to FHCCGLA’s Policy & Procedure.</p>\n<p>23. Assists in developing, updates & reviews of FHCCGLA Policies & Procedures (P&P’s) as                    needed (with input from all other key personnel).</p>\n<p>24. Ensures HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of all patient data and E.H.R./Practice Management System (PMS) according to regulations and FHCCGLA’s P&P’s.</p>\n<p>25.Attends the following meetings/trainings:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Mandatory Quarterly Staff Meeting/Trainings- Quarterly (Jan., Apr., Jul. & Oct.)</li>\n <li>Corporate Risk Management Meeting- Quarterly (Jan., Apr., Jul. & Oct.), as needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible)</li>\n <li>Clinical & Operations (C&O) Meeting- As needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible)</li>\n <li>Meetings with FHCCGLA’s Executive Leadership, as needed (advanced notice will be provided when feasible)</li>\n</ul>\n<p>26. Other pertinent meetings- As scheduled</p>\n<p>27. Remains informed of:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Current legal and regulatory changes related to scope of practice.</li>\n <li>Specific programs/payors, insurances accepted, and services being offered at FHCCGLA.</li>\n <li>All applicable Policies & Procedures</li>\n</ul>\n<p>28. All other job duties as assigned. </p>\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<p><strong>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>1. High school graduate (or GED). </p>\n<p>2. Current CPR Certification- required to be kept up to date. </p>\n<p>3. FQHC experience, highly preferred.</p>\n<p>4. Excellent analytical skills.</p>\n<p>5. Motivation to take initiative to ensure all tasks performed are completed thoroughly and accurately.</p>\n<p>6. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.</p>\n<p>7. Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures.</p>\n<p>8. Computer knowledge preferred (e.g., NextGen (E.H.R. & PMS), Microsoft Word and Excel). </p>\n<p>9. Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture. </p>\n<p>10. Access to automobile with valid California driver’s license and state mandated automobile                 insurance. </p>\n<p>11. Work schedule may include evenings, overtime, and weekends as needed.</p>\n<p>12. Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure of deadlines. </p>\n<p>13. Ability to meet tight time sensitive deadlines. </p>\n<p>14. Motivated and committed to the provision of high-quality healthcare for indigent and                            underserved communities.</p>\n<p>15. Willingness to adapt to changes with regards to the agency’s growth and expansion.</p>\n<p>16. Ability to speak Spanish, preferred.</p>\n<p>17. Proof of completing radiation safety course. </p>\n<p>18. One-year experience as a registered dental assistant. </p>\n<p>19. Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant required. </p>\n<p>20. Certificate for coronal polishing recommended. </p>\n<p>21. Demonstrate knowledge of dental health education subjects. </p>\n<p>22. Ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate fashion. </p>\n<p>23. Familiar with computer based dental recording and charting. </p>\n<p>24. Proficient at digital radiographs.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>1. Ability to work well with others in a professional and team-oriented environment. </p>\n<p>2. Well-developed interpersonal skills, friendly personality and able to motivate staff by promoting          teamwork.</p>\n<p>3. Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religion and economic status.</p>\n<p>4. Excellent communication skills.</p>\n<p>5. Willingness to travel. </p>\n<p>6. Strong planning and organizational skills.</p>\n<p>7. Problem analysis and critical thinking skills.</p>\n<p>8. Excellent customer service skills.</p>\n<p>9. 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