Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners•Daly City, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Bayside Endo is seeking a Dental Assistant for its busy specialty practice. The role supports the dentist by providing patient service and handling administrative and basic dental tasks. The Dental Assistant helps patients feel comfortable, answers their needs and questions, and supports a world-class specialty care experience. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, at 333 Gellert Blvd #242, Daly City, California. The Dental Assistant also helps coordinate other office responsibilities as needed. Candidates should be resourceful, kind, passionate, collaborative, adaptable to shifting priorities, and motivated to help patients and the dentist. The stated base pay range is $27 to $30.50 USD.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of proven experience as a dental assistant; specialty experience is preferred.
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
Understanding of health and safety regulations.
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
Good computer skills.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Well-organized and reliable.
High school diploma.
Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program, if required by law.
Active state radiology license, if required by law.
Current dental X-ray certification.
Ability to work well with patients and as part of a team.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
Ability to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
Ability to work around medical equipment and instruments.
Ability to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
Availability to work full-time Monday through Friday.

Nice To Haves

Specialty dental assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients to the dental office.
Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort.
Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
Assist the dentist through four-handed dentistry.
Take dental X-rays as needed.
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
Schedule appointments and post-operative visits.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Assist with payment procedures.
Help facilitate or coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.
Answer patients’ needs, concerns, and questions and help keep them relaxed and comfortable during visits.