Dental Assistant

North County Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

Dental Assistant

Oceanside, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Company parties

    Free food & snacks

    Opportunity for advancement

    Benefits/Perks

    Careers Advancement Opportunities

    Flexible Scheduling

    Competitive Compensation

    401K

    Paid Time Off

    Sick Pay

    Summary

    We are a periodontal practice seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate is a Dental Assistant (DA) with a current x-ray license and has at least two years of experience. We utilize digital charts, digital radiographs, digital intraoral camera, CBCT, and Trios intraoral scanning. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

    Responsibilities:

    Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable

    Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have

    Take vital signs and accurately record medical history

    Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures

    Clean and sterilize operatory after each treatment is completed

    Assist dentist during procedures and exams with emphasis on maintaining high clinical standards and patient comfort

    Take diagnostic quality dental x-rays

    Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care

    Maintain accurate and up-to-date dental records using dental software Open Dental

    Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies maintaining high standards of infection control and cleanliness

    Be engaged in procedures; learn to anticipate the needs of the Doctor and patient

    Arrive and run on time, making sure the Doctor’s and patient’s time is never wasted

    Monitor, order, and maintain stock of dental supplies

    Learn setup for each procedure with correct materials/instruments

    Routine maintenance of dental equipment

    Light office cleaning

    Shutting down and closing the office at the end of the day

    Qualifications

    Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

    X-ray Certification is required

    Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required

    Strong computer and data entry skills

    Excellent communication and customer service skills

    Ability to provide high-quality patient care

    Spanish speaking is a plus

    Experience in Open Dental is a bonus

    Having had surgical experience is a bonus