Churn Creek Health Care – Redding Rancheria

Registered Dental Hygienist

***This position is open through Friday, July 11th, 2025.***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday, 7:00am-6:00pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a part of an interdisciplinary team, the dental hygienist is a dental health specialist that prevents and treats oral and systemic disease through education and therapies for overall patient wellbeing. Responsibilities include the following: assess oral health, identify signs of disease, create treatment plans, and provide preventative and non-surgical therapies.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of dental surgery and associated procedures, terminology, and techniques.
Knowledge of patient admission, triage, transfer, and discharge procedures and documentation.
Knowledge of preventive dentistry measures to instruct patients in prevention of oral diseases.
Knowledge of dental infection control procedures such as sterilization and use of personal protective equipment.
Ability to work with effectively with Native American people in culturally diverse environments.
Ability to perform a full range of established dental hygienist protocol and procedures.
Ability to independently assess the nature and extent of dental, periodontic, and associated conditions and pathology in dental outpatients.
Ability to analyze medical records and prescribed protocol to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
Ability to build good rapport with patients and staff.
Ability to research and interpret peer reviewed studies to keep up to date on the highest dental standards.
Ability to work with patients of all ages and needs.
Registered Dental Hygienist in the State of California.
CPR Certificate.
X-ray License.
Tuberculosis screening, Hepatitis A & B.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Performs all skills as defined by the RRIHC Scope of Services.

2. Review health histories and taking vitals to identify medical risk level and any conditions that would influence treatments.

3. Expose, evaluate and interpret diagnostic radiographs.

4. Produce high quality intra-oral and extra-oral photographs for diagnostic records.

5. Preliminary examination including periodontal charting, intra and extra oral examination of the soft tissues, charting lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth, classify occlusion and myofunctional evaluation.

6. Assess oral health and identify signs of gingival and periodontal disease.

7. Collaborate with other dental and/or medical providers to synthesize information to plan, implement and evaluate dental hygiene care.

8. Perform dental prophylaxis by removing plaque, calculus and stain to maintain oral health

9. Perform hand and/or ultrasonic scaling, root planning, and soft tissue curettage as non-surgical therapies to treat periodontal disease.

10. Perform supportive periodontal therapy to achieve an acceptable level of stability and health after periodontal treatment.

11. Apply pit and fissure sealants to prevent tooth decay.

12. Apply fluoride varnish treatments as a preventative service.

13. Apply desensitizing agents to coronal and root surfaces as needed for sensitivity

14. Apply anti-microbial agents as needed.

15. Apply silver diamine fluoride for caries control and management.

16. Polish and contour restorations.

17. Administer topical and local anesthetic agents for pain control.

18. Administer nitrous oxide and oxygen when needed as an anxiolytic.

19. Promote oral health by educating patients and caregivers with an emphasis on oral disease processes, bacteria etiology, diet and nutrition.

20. Assess oral home care routines and create a custom regimen based on patient needs.

21. Inform patients and caregivers on the oral systemic link of many health conditions and illnesses.

22. Research and evaluate oral health care products and treatment for safety and efficacy.

23. Scheduling of all appointment types to optimize Dentist’s and Hygienist’s schedules to be efficient, productive and manageable.

24. Documenting treatment and planned care in electronic health records with appropriate CDT and ICD coding.

25. Remain up to date with current universal precautions and sterilization techniques to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.

26. Work at other Redding Rancheria health campuses as needed.

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. You can fill out an application online at www.reddingrancheria-nsn.gov, please fax (530-242-4563) or email (employment@reddingrancheria-nsn.gov).

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance. All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

Additional Information:

In addition, Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture, history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Medical Scribe

***This position is open through Friday, May 2nd, 2025***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Scribe. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday- Thursday from 7 am – 6 pm.

BASIC JOB PURPOSE/FUNCTION:

Medical Scribes are individuals trained in medical documentation who assist a provider throughout their shift. The primary goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the physician. It will be the responsibility of the Medical Scribe to annotate any dictated or written information for the treatment of patients following all local, state, and federal guidelines for documentation into the electronic health record system. The Medical Scribe will be responsible for clearly recording each patient’s symptoms, history, physical exam, sending referrals, ordering labs, ordering x-rays, and documenting the diagnosis. This position will have no direct involvement in patient care, but has an interdepartmental role in assisting nursing and front office staff.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of experience in a healthcare field preferred or minimum 2 year of college education with Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology coursework/degree.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The primary role of the Medical Scribe is to assist the clinician with documentation of each patient’s medical chart during his or her visit.
Accompanies the clinician into the patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician.
Documents any procedures performed by the clinician or nurses and printing the consent forms prior to the procedure, on the electronic medical chart.
Is an expert in the use of various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system, and use these tools efficiently so individual encounters can be well documented, as well as accurately congregate data collected for statistical reports.
Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician. Completes the patient’s chart by transcribing results of any labs, x-rays, or other evaluations. In doing so, the scribe continuously checks on the progress of this data in order to get the patient’s workup complete so that the clinician is able to make his or her decisions regarding that patient. Lists all proper diagnoses as well as any follow up instructions and prescriptions, as dictated by the clinician.
The Medical Scribe is to order labs and order x-rays, with knowing how to add the patient to the x-ray schedule.
Transcribe referrals during the visit while sending it to the correct specialty.
Generating notes, excusal letters, and any other forms the clinician requires; in so being able to navigate the document library.
The Medical Scribe is to know how to schedule a patient for future visits.
The Medical Scribe is to be able to look up insurance, in assisting the front staff.
The Medical Scribe is to aide in management of QIP measures.
Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation.
Other duties as assigned.

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

To minimize the spread of COVID-19, the Redding Rancheria will require all healthcare employees to report their vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any healthcare employees with medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from taking the vaccine may be entitled to an exemption.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Medical Scribe

***This position is open through Friday, December 13, 2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Scribe. The preferred schedule for this position is full-time and 4 ,10 hour shifts.

BASIC JOB PURPOSE/FUNCTION:

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of experience in a healthcare field preferred or minimum 2 year of college education with Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology coursework/degree.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The primary role of the Medical Scribe is to assist the clinician with documentation of each patient’s medical chart during his or her visit.
Accompanies the clinician into the patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician.
Documents any procedures performed by the clinician or nurses and printing the consent forms prior to the procedure, on the electronic medical chart.
Is an expert in the use of various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system, and use these tools efficiently so individual encounters can be well documented, as well as accurately congregate data collected for statistical reports.
Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician. Completes the patient’s chart by transcribing results of any labs, x-rays, or other evaluations. In doing so, the scribe continuously checks on the progress of this data in order to get the patient’s workup complete so that the clinician is able to make his or her decisions regarding that patient. Lists all proper diagnoses as well as any follow up instructions and prescriptions, as dictated by the clinician.
The Medical Scribe is to order labs and order x-rays, with knowing how to add the patient to the x-ray schedule.
Transcribe referrals during the visit while sending it to the correct specialty.
Generating notes, excusal letters, and any other forms the clinician requires; in so being able to navigate the document library.
The Medical Scribe is to know how to schedule a patient for future visits.
The Medical Scribe is to be able to look up insurance, in assisting the front staff.
The Medical Scribe is to aide in management of QIP measures.
Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned.
Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation.
Other duties as assigned.

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Administrative Assistant I- Behavioral Health

***This position is open through Friday, September 6,2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking an Administrative Assistant I- Behavioral Health. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to provide a full range of intake, scheduling, follow-up and clerical support services for the Behavioral Health Department. The Behavioral Health staff provides Mental Health Counseling, Substance Use Disorder Counseling, Group Counseling, Psychiatry Services, Psychological Testing, Case Management and Integrative Behavioral Health.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred minimum of an Associate’s degree in the area of administration, communications, psychology or business.
Preferred two years of related experience working in healthcare or with people with disabilities.
Be in possession of valid and current California Driver’s License
Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Indian preference applies
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Serves as the information and communication hub for the Behavioral Health Department. Completes requests by greeting customers, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries, screening and directing patients to appropriate staff. Contacts patients directly and collects confidential information as needed.
Maintains Behavioral Health Provider schedules. Schedules patient appointments according to need. Checks patients in and out of appointments. Evaluates eligibility and Alternate Resource status and makes referrals as necessary. Manages appointment reminders, assists patients in completing necessary forms.
Manages all Well-App communications for the Behavioral Health department.
Organizes and maintains paper and electronic records and documents, including distribution and communication of required data and information using telephones, postal mail, fax and email. This includes creating and maintaining a paperless environment to the extent possible and maintaining departmental files.
Manages release of information requests for the Behavioral Health department. Ensures all release of information request forms are complete and accurate. Prints/gathers requested patient documents/information. Obtains Behavioral Health provider’s approval to release patient information. Communicates and sends documents to the records department once approved to send.
Ensures insurance information is up-to-date and verifies client eligibility by running insurance information for each scheduled client.
Provides alternative resources to clients and non-clients alike who are in need of Behavioral Health services.
Manages department projects and maintains department schedule by maintaining calendars for department; arranging meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel, taking minutes of meetings, collecting data and creating reports, brochures, flyers, etc.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by respecting and maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients, assuring client confidentiality at all times.
Responsible for the readiness of all common areas of the department for each working day, and have all front desk activities fully operational at the start and end of business hours.
Maintains department supplies and materials inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed materials & supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies, and distribution as needed.
To perform all the above mentioned duties with a warm outgoing personality, excellent telephone and personal etiquette.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Medical Data & Referrals Specialist (CCHC)

***This position is open through Friday, August 16th, 2024.***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Data & Referrals Specialist (CCHC). The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinate referrals from Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Systems to other health care providers for patient care that is not performed at the Health Center. Referrals are made to providers such as physicians, diagnostic facilities, radiology, laboratories, and hospitals.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED required.
Experience with pre-authorization process for 3rd Party payers.
Medical Terminology.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Receive referrals/requests from providers through the EHR and schedule outside care as indicated.
2. Provide information to patients regarding referral provider name, address and phone number to allow patients to call to schedule appointment. Acquire pertinent records, labs, x-rays, diagnostic tests and health summaries related to the patient’s current condition from the medical records; forward information to the specialist or facility involved.
3. Enter referral data, and insurance information into EHR..
4. Track all referrals sent out to ensure completion of care and receipt of related documentation using SQL reports. .
5. Maintain all required data in the EHR to comply with clinic, state and federal mandates.
6. Request medical records/other additional information from outside healthcare facilities.
7. Respond to authorized requests for information by outside healthcare facilities
8. Receive outside records and scan to appropriate EHR patient file.
9. Scan all ‘in house’ forms and documents to the appropriate EHR patient file.
10. Track all stored historical paper charts and shred as per policy as they time out. Perform other related duties as needed.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Temporary Medical Scribe

***This position is open through Friday, August 9,2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Scribe. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday 7am to 6pm

JOB SUMMARY:

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year experience in healthcare field preferred or minimum 2 year of college education with Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology coursework/degree.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The primary role of the Medical Scribe is to assist the clinician with documentation of each patient’s medical chart during his or her visit.
Accompanies the clinician into the patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician.
Documents any procedures performed by the clinician or nurses and printing the consent forms prior to the procedure, on the electronic medical chart.
Is an expert in the use of various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system, and use these tools efficiently so individual encounters can be well documented, as well as accurately congregate data collected for statistical reports.
Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician. Completes the patient’s chart by transcribing results of any labs, x-rays, or other evaluations. In doing so, the scribe continuously checks on the progress of this data in order to get the patient’s workup complete so that the clinician is able to make his or her decisions regarding that patient. Lists all proper diagnoses as well as any follow up instructions and prescriptions, as dictated by the clinician.
The Medical Scribe is to order labs and order x-rays, with knowing how to add the patient to the x-ray schedule.
Transcribe referrals during the visit while sending it to the correct specialty.
Generating notes, excusal letters, and any other forms the clinician requires; in so being able to navigate the document library.
The Medical Scribe is to know how to schedule a patient for future visits.
The Medical Scribe is to be able to look up insurance, in assisting the front staff.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Medical Scribe

***This position is open through Friday, August 9,2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Medical Scribe. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday 7am to 6pm

JOB SUMMARY:

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year experience in healthcare field preferred or minimum 2 year of college education with Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology coursework/degree.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The primary role of the Medical Scribe is to assist the clinician with documentation of each patient’s medical chart during his or her visit.
Accompanies the clinician into the patient examination area in order to transcribe a history and physical examination as given by the patient and physician.
Documents any procedures performed by the clinician or nurses and printing the consent forms prior to the procedure, on the electronic medical chart.
Is an expert in the use of various templates and documentation techniques available in the EHR system, and use these tools efficiently so individual encounters can be well documented, as well as accurately congregate data collected for statistical reports.
Transcribes any consultations or discussions with family members and/or the clinician. Completes the patient’s chart by transcribing results of any labs, x-rays, or other evaluations. In doing so, the scribe continuously checks on the progress of this data in order to get the patient’s workup complete so that the clinician is able to make his or her decisions regarding that patient. Lists all proper diagnoses as well as any follow up instructions and prescriptions, as dictated by the clinician.
The Medical Scribe is to order labs and order x-rays, with knowing how to add the patient to the x-ray schedule.
Transcribe referrals during the visit while sending it to the correct specialty.
Generating notes, excusal letters, and any other forms the clinician requires; in so being able to navigate the document library.
The Medical Scribe is to know how to schedule a patient for future visits.
The Medical Scribe is to be able to look up insurance, in assisting the front staff.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Recovery Administrative Assistant II

***This position is open through Friday, July 12, 2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Recovery Administrative Assistant II.

JOB SUMMARY:

Working under the supervision of the Recovery Director, the Recovery Administrative Assistant II performs a variety of office and clinical support including staffing the Recovery Department front office, greeting patients warmly and answering patient / community phone calls and inquiries, as well as patient care such as rooming, vitals, and medical assisting for the Recovery Providers. The Recovery Administrative Assistant will be responsible for scheduling appointments, managing internal and external referrals, and assisting the Director on special projects and assignments (example: outreach events, PowerPoint presentations, data entry, purchasing and organizing supplies). This position requires a working knowledge and ability to utilize all aspects of Microsoft office and NextGen PM and EHR.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification as Medical Assistant.
Associate Degree in a related field preferred.
Be in possession of valid and current California Driver’s License.
CPR certification required.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.
1-3 years of healthcare experience.
Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Serves as the information and communication hub for the Recovery Department.
2. Works with the Leadership Team to foster interdepartmental cooperation, and shared vision to problem solving.
3. Responsible for the readiness of all common areas of the department for each working day, and have all front desk activities fully operational at the start and end of business hours.
4. Greets patients and visitors with friendliness, in person or on the telephone, answering or referring inquiries, screening and directing patients to appropriate staff.
5. Assist with new patient enrollment procedures, evaluating and communicating patient eligibility and options. Filing / processing documents, medical records, and referrals as needed.
6. Maintaining Recovery Providers schedules. Scheduling patient appointments according to provider preference. Checking patients in and out of appointments.
7. Maintains diversion tracking and calls to set up appointments per the diversion policy.
8. Works as a Medical Assistant roughly 20-25% of their time; including rooming patients, vitals, documenting nursing notes, and collecting/ sending urine toxicology per clinic policies.
9. Setting up Zoom meetings, and telehealth appointments as necessary.
10. Answers all incoming calls and checks voicemails routinely, as well as triage calls according to policy. Must return all patients calls within 24 hours (Monday- Friday).
11. Completes appointment reminder calls for all recovery services.
12. Organizes and maintains paper and electronic records and documents, including distribution and communication of required data and information using telephones, postal mail, fax and email. This includes creating and maintaining a paperless environment to the extent possible and maintaining departmental files

13. Manages department special projects; maintains multiple calendars for the department, arranges meetings, conferences, teleconferences, presentations, travel, creates agendas, takes minutes of meetings, etc.
14. Create, edit or proof Recovery marketing materials (flyers, brochures, calendars) and various reports or presentations in support of the department activities.
15. Maintains department supplies and materials inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed materials & supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies, and distribution as needed
16. Sort, screen and distribute incoming and outgoing mail related to Recovery team and CCHC staff.
17. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by respecting and maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients, assuring client confidentiality at all times.
18. To perform all the above mentioned duties with a warm outgoing personality, excellent telephone and personal etiquette.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Registered Dental Assistant

***This position is open through Friday, April 5, 2024***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Assistant Dental Director, provides a range of clinical administrative and staff support to the dental services operation. Assists in the performance of dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies in accordance with established protocol, procedures, policies, and standards, and assists in the coordination of day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office support activities.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Current California State Board of Registered Dental Assistant License.
Radiography Certification.
CPR certification required.
Tuberculosis screening, Hepatitis A & B.
Pit and fissure sealant certification
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs all skills as defined by the RRTHC Scope of Services
Set up appropriate instruments for procedures.
Assist Dentist with fourhanded dental procedures.
Perform sealants and coronal polish procedures at the direction of the Dentist.
Learn staff dentist’s preferences for procedures and materials as required to work with multiple Dentists daily.
Seat a patient and take vitals.
Preview medical histories for the dentist, including any pre-medications.
Prevention of transmission of infectious diseases. Required to stay up to date with current universal precautions and sterilization techniques.
Expose diagnostic radiographs in accordance with safety standards.
Dental imaging producing high quality images including radiographs, intraoral photographs, and extraoral photographs for diagnostic records.
Perform laboratory duties, including impressions and pouring models.
Patient impressions for lab processed prosthetics as directed by the Dentist and coordinated with outside labs.
Responsible for maintenance of dental equipment.
Schedule needed repairs of dental equipment and coordinate with technician to reduce impact on patient care.
Sterilize instruments; disinfect and organize examination rooms.
Weekly spore tests of sterilizers and maintenance of logs to meet AAAHC standards and presentation of documentation in audits.
Provide preventative dental education to clinic patients.
Review provider instructions with patients regarding home care and return visits.
Present post-op instructions and denture care instructions independently.
Oversees daily operation of back office functions in coordination with staff dentist.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.

Dental Receptionist

***This position is open through Friday, January 26th, 2024.***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Dental Receptionist. The schedule for this position will be Monday through Thursday, 7:00am-6:00pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

Greet patients and visitors, check in patients, answer telephones, schedule appointments, verify insurance eligibility, and obtain prior authorizations for clinic dental patients. Provide clerical support related to the daily operations of the dental department.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1 – 2 years Dental Office experience strongly preferred.
Basic typing and computer skills and ability to operate basic office equipment.
Tuberculosis screening, Hepatitis A & B.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.
Must be fingerprinted and pass background check.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Check in and out of all dental patients and update address, phone number, and alternate resource status, identifying eligibility status and obtaining treatment authorization signature. Managing appointment reminders, assisting patients in completing necessary forms. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by respecting and maintaining the privacy of patients, assuring client confidentiality at all times.
2. Ensure Alternate Resource eligibility has been completed and patient is eligible. If not, perform verification.
3. Assist all newly registered patients with admission paperwork, answering all questions as needed.
4. Answer all telephone calls to the dental reception area promptly and courteously.
5. Schedule appointments by telephone or in person, following established appointment time/diagnosis guidelines.
6. Confirm New Patient appointments daily by calling patient 24 hours before scheduled time.
7. Obtain prior authorizations from patient’s alternate resource.
8. Coordinate the overall flow of the dental reception process.
9. Receive all clinic visitors, offering information and/or answering questions as needed.
10. Have all front desk activities fully operational at the start and end of business hours.
11. Serves as the information and communication hub for the Dental Department. Completes requests by greeting customers, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries, screening and directing patients to appropriate staff. Contacts patients directly and collects confidential information as needed.
12. Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic records and documents, including distribution and communication of required data and information using telephones, postal mail, fax and email.
13. Rotate among different Redding Rancheria clinic sites when needed.

All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Additional Information:

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu, and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture, history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.