Dental Assistant

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of our clinic. This position requires a proactive individual who is passionate about dentistry and committed to fostering a positive patient experience.

Duties

• Assist the dentist during various procedures, ensuring a sterile and efficient environment.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and equipment for examinations and treatments.
• Perform medical documentation accurately, including patient records and treatment plans.
• Manage patient flow by coordinating appointments and assisting with front desk duties as needed.
• Utilize Dentrix software for scheduling, billing, and maintaining patient records.
• Take X-rays as directed by the dentist while adhering to safety protocols.
• Provide support in pediatric dentistry, ensuring a comfortable experience for younger patients.
• Operate 3D scanners to assist in creating precise dental impressions.
• Engage in four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance procedural efficiency.

Experience

• Previous experience in a dental clinic or as a dental receptionist is preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy related to dental health is essential.
• Familiarity with assisting techniques and four-handed dentistry practices is highly desirable.
• Experience with X-ray procedures and safety protocols is an advantage.
• Proficiency in using Dentrix or similar dental practice management software will be beneficial.

Join our team and contribute to creating beautiful smiles while advancing your career in the dental field!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring program
• Free parking
• License reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rocklin, CA 95677 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Free parking • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Paid training • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Dental assisting • License reimbursement • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Treatment plan documentation • Dental receptionist • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Practice management software • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Assisting medical staff • Patient service • Medical scheduling • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental sterilization procedures • Employee mentoring program • Records management • Paid time off • Dentrix • On-the-job training • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Patient billing • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • In-person • Employee discount • Patient charting • Pediatric dentistry • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Opportunities for advancement • Entry level • Dental clinic experience • Paid sick time