Chairside Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Growth

Sonrava Health; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonrava Health is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to deliver outstanding patient care and support for clinical procedures. The role focuses on chair-side assistance, radiographs, and patient education within a fast-paced practice environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a radiography certification and state-required dental assistant credentials, with CPR and nitrous oxide certifications preferred. Compliance with OSHA and HIPAA during all duties is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current radiography certification required.
• Dental assistant certification as required by state, or ability to become certified.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia certification preferred.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and infection-control training.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with chair-side support.
• Assist doctor and hygienist with dental procedures.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs.
• Review patient charts and transcribe notes.
• Prepare and sterilize equipment and operatory.
• Help maintain schedule and patient flow.
• Educate patients and address questions/concerns.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Integrity

Organizational skills

Planning

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification (state-required)

CPR certification (preferred)

Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia certification (preferred)

OSHA/HIPAA training

Tools

Radiography equipment

EHR software

Job description

Sonrava Health is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to deliver outstanding patient care and support for clinical procedures. The role focuses on chair-side assistance, radiographs, and patient education within a fast-paced practice environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a radiography certification and state-required dental assistant credentials, with CPR and nitrous oxide certifications preferred. Compliance with OSHA and HIPAA during all duties is essential.