Dental Assistant

We are looking for an energetic & friendly Dental Assistant to join our team in our Escondido, CA dental office. We are a private, highly rated Dental Group office with patient care as a number one priority.

Our Dental Assistant's provide a positive patient experience and excellent quality care. They work closely with our dentists to ensure that patients are calm, dentists are prepared, and information is communicated clearly. They can expect to prepare and arrange needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures. Hands necessary tools and equipment and provides assistance during treatment. Charts findings, change barriers, and sterilizes equipment.

Responsibilities:
Provides prompt dental support; promotes a smooth patient flow; collects and records data accurately; maintains order of the back office, equipment and supplies.

Helps make sure patients and families get the care they need when they need it.

Works flexible or extended hours where necessary.

Abides by Rules of Confidentiality.

Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
High School graduate or GED
Completed training program in Dental Assisting from Accredited College is required
X-Ray certificate is required
Current CPR Certification
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Possess a valid Driver’s license
Registered Dental Assistant/Dental Assistant
Coronal Polishing Certification
PRIOR EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience, preferred
SKILLS:
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Able to quickly build and maintain rapport with patients and providers; team player
Customer-service oriented
Positive professional insight
Flexibility and dependability
Demonstrated good problem-solving skills; sound judgment
Modern office practices and procedures
Intermediate computer skills
Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks
Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Responsibilities:

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures

- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment

- Take dental x-rays

- Update and maintain patient records using dental software systems

- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care

- Perform basic laboratory duties such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns

- Schedule patient appointments

- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and safety regulations

- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments

- Proficiency in using dental software systems (Denticon, Eaglesoft)

- Understanding of anatomy and dental anatomy

- Ability to take accurate dental impressions and perform dental imaging
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Ability to Commute:
Escondido, CA 92025 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Escondido, CA 92025: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person