Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Full-time or Part-Time positions available for a motivated, organized, outgoing and energetic individual for a well-established private practice in La Verne and Upland. We are looking for a person who can work independently, has good customer service and communication skills. Someone who is looking for a long term position and seeking growth. The candidate must be able to multitask, be a fast learner and be able to work in a fast pace environment. Must have good working ethic, be at work on time and maintain professional behavior at all times. Must have basic knowledge in chair side assisting as necessary for the best possible patient care and customer service. RDA / DA certified ,CPR and X-Ray license active. Bilingual in Spanish a plus. Available to work Monday through Friday.

Job duties and skill level must include but are not limited to :

• Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's OSHA and Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Must be familiar with set ups for restorative dentistry, endo, oral surgery, and perio.
• Experience in implant dentistry a PLUS.
• Must have knowledge in instrument disinfection and sterilization guidelines according to state agencies.
• Must be able to take good quality digital X-Rays.
• Set up trays, prepare patients and chair side assisting.
• Obtain dental history and prepare patient for procedure.
• Maintain strict compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Under supervision of the dentist : give post operative / oral health care instructions, record patient charting and all doctor notes on treatment record.
• One to two years minimum experience preferred.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations :

As mandated by California (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc).

Benefits offered for full-time employees.