Dental Assistant

Job Summary

**Spanish Speaking Required.

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to delivering exceptional patient care. In this vital role, you will support dentists during clinical procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the smooth operation of our dental practice. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment for patients of all ages, especially in pediatric dentistry and oral surgery settings. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment committed to excellence and infection prevention.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside during various procedures, including general dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following strict infection control protocols
• Take and develop dental X-rays, including digital imaging and 3D scans, ensuring patient safety and comfort
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, maintaining clinical confidentiality policies
• Collect vital signs and medical history information to support comprehensive patient care
• Provide patient management support by explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring a positive experience
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment adhering to healthcare infection prevention standards and aseptic techniques

Experience

• 1 Year minimum. Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred .
• Proficiency with dental software such as Open dental is ideal but not mandatory
• Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy related to oral health
• Hands-on experience with dental sterilization procedures, infection control practices, and dental instrument processing
• Familiarity with dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools
• Strong understanding of healthcare infection prevention and control policies
• Excellent communication skills suitable for working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics

Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing outstanding dental care while advancing your professional skills in a supportive environment. We believe in fostering growth through continuous learning and uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Pay: $25.56 - $30.78 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Spanish • Paid training • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Patient question and concern management • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Surgery • Digital imaging • Preparing dental treatment areas • Pre-examination patient preparation • Medical equipment operation • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance experience • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Clinic experience • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Digital dental impression taking • Operating medical imaging equipment • Employee discount • 1 year • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Open Dental • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Dental clinic experience • Paid sick time