Dental Assistant

We are a friendly and well-established general practice with a loyal patient base. Our office offers the latest cutting-edge technology and our focus is our commitment to quality patient care. We are looking for a part time DA / RDA to join our team! This role is from 12 : 00pm to 6 : 00pm Monday, Wednesday and Fridays with the potential of adding on more hours in the future. If you love making patients smile and enjoy a fast-paced work environment, we want you! We would be happy to train the right candidate so we encourage everyone interested to apply!

Dental Office (located in Rancho Bernardo)

Compensation : $20 per hour

Employment type : Part-time (Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 12 : 00pm to 6 : 00pm, No weekends!)

What You’ll Do :

• Patient Care : Greet and prepare patients for treatments, ensuring comfort and answering questions.
• Assisting the Dentist : Assist during dental implant procedures, restorative treatments, and other advanced services.
• Treatment Preparation : Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for procedures.
• Radiography : Take high-quality digital X-rays, CT scans, and impressions as directed by the dentist.
• Sterilization : Sterilize instruments according to regulations, maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Infection Control : Pass instruments and materials to the dentist while adhering to infection control protocols.
• Laboratory Support : Assist with dental impressions, models, and other lab procedures.
• Patient Education : Provide post-operative care instructions and follow-up as necessary.
• Back Office Maintenance and Organization : Order and maintain dental supplies and inventory, keeping track of stock levels and restocking as necessary

What We’re Looking For :

1 or more years as a Dental Assistant in a dental office

Professional and on-time

Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, perform bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping, and be able to stand, sit, or walk

Lift / Carry / Push / Pull Items that Weigh up to 30lbs without assistance

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or relevant experience

CPR certification

X-ray certification / license in accordance with state regulations

Strong knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and terminology

Proficiency in infection control and sterilization techniques

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well in a team environment and be detail-oriented

Experience with Dentrix or similar dental software is a plus

Skills :

General Practice

Coronal Polishing

Digital X-rays

Intraoral Photos

Dentrix

Chairside Assistance :

Prepare treatment rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and proper instrument and equipment setup.

Assist the dentist during dental procedures, providing chairside support and anticipating the dentist's needs.

Pass instruments and materials to the dentist, while maintaining proper infection control protocols.

Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) as directed by the dentist.

Assist with dental impressions, models, and other laboratory procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Sterilization and Maintenance :

Follow strict infection control protocols, including proper sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment.

Clean and maintain dental equipment and treatment areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.

If you’re ready to be part of our family practice, we’d love to meet you!

Expected hours : 18 per week

Job Type : Part-time

Pay : $20.00 per hour

Benefits :

Employee discount

Free parking

On-the-job training

Work Location : In person

Skills :

General Practice

Benefits :

Dental

Compensation :

$20 / hour