Job Summary
The Dental Assistant plays a vital role in enhancing patient care by preparing treatment areas, ensuring the cleanliness of instruments through sterilization, and assisting dental professionals during procedures. The position requires thorough documentation of clinical notes, taking digital X-rays, and educating patients on maintaining oral hygiene.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms for dental procedures.
- Sterilize dental instruments and maintain a clean work environment.
- Assist dental providers during various treatments and procedures.
- Document clinical notes accurately.
- Take and manage digital X-rays as required.
- Provide patient education focusing on oral hygiene best practices.
Qualifications
- Must possess an active California Dental Assistant certification.
- X-ray certification is required.
- CPR/BLS certification must be current.
- Preferred experience of at least one year in dental assisting.
- Proficiency in dental terminology and related software is advantageous.
West Coast Dental Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
