Description

Are you looking for a warm, non-corporate work environment where you can grow and thrive? We are a family-owned, close-knit dental practice with a true "mom and pop" feel, dedicated to providing personalized care for our patients. No prior experience in the dental industry is necessary—we're seeking motivated, ambitious individuals with a passion for learning and a desire to provide exceptional patient experiences. If you're excited to be part of a growing practice and want to develop your skills in a supportive, friendly atmosphere, we’d love to meet you! 
 

Job Type: Part-time or Full-Time position available. Some schedule flexibility is available. 
 

Requirements

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures. 
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.  
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.  
• Conduct work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety and OSHA guidelines.  
• Record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient in the patient’s chart. 
• Greet patients upon arrival and assist in answering incoming phone calls. 
• Conduct patient health screening. 
• Perform diagnostic quality dental radiographic procedures. (Once trained and certified)  
• Assist in supporting patient retention by following established scheduling guidelines and protocols.  
• Ensure patients have updated all necessary paperwork prior to treatment. 
• Assist with on-call and reactivation patient lists to ensure openings in the practice schedule are filled. 
• Assist with collecting payments from patients at the time of treatment and scheduling future patient appointments. 
• Ensure that patient records are accurate and complete, and that patient confidentiality is strictly maintained. 
• Monitor and organize outgoing/incoming patient referrals and specialist updates.  
• Dispatch lab work appropriately and check in lab cases as they arrive.  
• Maintain an appropriate office environment through cooperation and teamwork. 
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance. 
• Assist with other duties as assigned. 
   
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Basic life support (CPR) Certification. 
• Radiation Safety Certificate (X-ray license) if taking X-rays 
• Knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures specific to a dental office environment.  
• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to perform detailed work according to established formats and protocols. 
• Proof of course completion in the California Dental Practice Act (CDPA) and Infection Control for Dental Assistants (8-hour) within 12 months of employment. 
• Completion of CDA online dental assisting curriculum