Dental Assistant (RDA/DA)

Dental Assistant (RDA/DA) -- Full/Part-Time, Immediately Hiring, Long-Term in San Jose, CA 95121
Pay: $25–$35+ per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Job type: Full-time preferred, Part-time available
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: San Jose, CA 95121
About Our Practice
Hello, I am a general dentist opening up a brand new dental office in East San Jose, and am looking for a compassionate and team-oriented DA or RDA to join our growing team! Our dental practice is one that values cultivating a warm, welcoming, and trustworthy environment that prioritizes a positive, comfortable and familial patient experience.

We value dependability, a positive attitude, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. We welcome candidates with general dentistry experience as well as motivated assistants who have a solid foundation and want to develop their skills in a general practice setting. We are primarily a general dental office, however provide a full range of comprehensive dentistry including exam and cleanings, fillings, crowns and bridges, dentures, root canals, extractions, wisdom teeth, dental implants, clear aligners.

All background and levels of experience are welcomed and encouraged to apply! We are able and willing to provide additional training, mentorship, and support career-advancement as much as possible.

I highly value good moral character, integrity, warm patient-care demeanor, professionalism and team-player work ethics over credentials or qualifications.

Responsibilities
Assist in smooth daily operations of general dental office
Provide reliable and competent chair-side assistance to dentist providers
Take acceptable diagnostic full-mouth dental radiographs, panoramic, CBCT's
Follow OSHA sterilization, infection-control, and workplace safety protocols
Collect patient medical history, provide basic EHR charting, adhere to HIPAA guidelines
Prepare instruments, materials, treatment rooms and instruments before patient appointments
Help maintain inventory and keep clinical areas organized
Support smooth patient flow and communicate professionally with patients and team members
Qualifications
Current California RDA license, dental assisting education or relevant previous dental assisting experience
Experience and familiarity with dental radiographs, chairside assistance for dental procedures, and adhering to infection-control and workplace safety guidelines
Can contribute positively to a team-centric culture and environment
Contribute positively to familial, friendly and trustworthy patient care; customer service experience in other fields or industries also acceptable and appreciated
Reliable attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
Experience with Eaglesoft, Open Dental, intra-oral camera, intra-oral scanner
Additional language skills a strong plus but not required or expected: especially Spanish and Vietnamese
We will offer competitive compensation rate, based on experience, demonstrated ability, and fit.

Benefits may be offered based on level of commitment (full-time vs part-time, length of employment), and may include but not limited to: PTO, 401(k)/retirement plan, medical/dental/vision insurance plans.

Please apply by using the "Apply" button above and include an up-to-date résumé. Please include any previous work experience, list of dental procedures you are comfortable with, any additional additional language ability, and your schedule/availability.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Health insurance
Language training provided
License reimbursement
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Visa sponsorship
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person