DA Dental Assistant

Ampla Health; Chico (CA); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 36.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Ampla Health in Chico, CA is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support providers, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help maintain smooth clinic flow in a patient-centered environment.

Under the supervision of the RDA Lead, you will greet and seat patients, assist with chairside procedures, take digital x‑rays, impressions, and pulp tests, sterilize rooms, manage supplies, and participate in OSHA trainings to ensure quality care.

Formación

• High school diploma and DA certificate required.
• CPR certification required.
• Dental office experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsabilidades

• Greet, seat, and dismiss patients; assist with steady patient flow.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and dental education.
• Assist with chairside procedures, suctioning, and curing materials.
• Take digital x-rays, impressions, and perform pulp tests.
• Set up and sterilize exam rooms and dental instruments.
• Maintain operatory stock and cleanliness.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and participate in trainings and CQI activities.
• Support flexible staffing needs across multiple clinic locations.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Patient education

Team oriented

Educación

High school diploma

Dental Assistant certificate

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

Per Diem Hourly Incentive - 31111Ampla Health is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our patient-centered dental team. Under the supervision of the RDA Lead, the DA plays a key role in supporting providers, educating patients on oral hygiene, and ensuring a smooth clinic flow.Key Responsibilities:Greet, seat, and dismiss patients; assist with steady patient flowProvide oral hygiene instruction and dental educationAssist with chairside procedures, suctioning, and curing materialsTake digital x-rays, impressions, and perform pulp testsSet up and sterilize exam rooms and dental instrumentsMaintain operatory stock and cleanlinessComply with OSHA regulations and participate in trainings and CQI activitiesSupport flexible staffing needs across multiple clinic locationsQualifications:High school diploma and Dental Assistant (DA) certificate requiredCurrent CPR certificationDental assisting experience preferredStrong communication and organizational skillsComfortable using multiple systems and working in a fast-paced environmentWhy Join Us?Be part of a mission-driven team that values compassion, professionalism, and growth. At Ampla Health, you’ll contribute to improving oral health outcomes in a supportive and collaborative setting.