Dental Assistant

Seeking an experienced Dental Assistant for a general dentistry practice in Altadena, California.

Spanish-speaking highly preferred.

Front desk knowledge is a plus.

Part-time or full-time opportunity available.

Thank you!

Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly enhance patient care and clinical efficiency. In this vital role, you will support dentists in delivering exceptional dental treatments while ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience for every patient. Your proactive approach to infection control, patient comfort, and clinical assistance will help us uphold the highest standards of dental care in a fast-paced, friendly environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a comprehensive dental practice dedicated to excellence and patient satisfaction.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments, materials, and equipment, adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Assist dentists during procedures such as restorations, extractions, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry by handing instruments and managing patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using digital imaging systems
• Support administrative tasks including scheduling appointments and coordinating with the dental reception team to optimize clinic flow.
• Demonstrate proficiency in dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and various specialties like pediatric dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and general dentistry to facilitate effective communication within the team.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a dental clinic environment is highly preferred; familiarity with dental assisting procedures is essential.
• Practical understanding of infection control standards, aseptic techniques, and sterilization processes to ensure patient safety.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting confidently during diverse procedures.
• Knowledge of dental assisting best practices related to vital signs measurement, anatomy recognition, and medical terminology for accurate patient care delivery.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Spanish • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Digital imaging • Preparing dental treatment areas • Dental receptionist • Oral surgery assistance experience • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Clinic experience • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Dental x-ray • Pediatrics • Dental equipment • Medical assisting • In-person • Pediatric dentistry • Communication skills • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Dental clinic experience