Dental Assistant

Dental Office•Arcadia, CA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join the team. The role involves supporting the dentist during procedures, maintaining patient comfort and safety, preparing and sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, keeping accurate patient records, and educating patients about oral hygiene and post-treatment care. The Dental Assistant must follow health regulations and HIPAA confidentiality requirements and may also perform inventory and front desk duties. The schedule is an 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays as needed. The position is full-time and pays $20–$26 per hour based on experience. The role is based in Arcadia, California, and may rarely require travel to sister locations in Palmdale and Palm Desert.

Requirements

CPR Certificate.
Dental X-ray Certificate.
At least 1 year of chairside assisting experience is preferred.
Ability to commute to Arcadia, CA 91007 (required).
Willingness to travel to sister locations in Palmdale and Palm Desert on rare occasions.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment in compliance with health regulations.
Maintain accurate medical records, including patient histories and treatment plans.
Take X-rays as needed and follow safety protocols.
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Perform administrative tasks, such as managing dental-supply inventory.
May perform front desk duties.