Dental Assistant

Enhanced Data Solutions Ltd.; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Enhanced Data Solutions Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support a fast-paced dental practice. The role involves assisting the dentist during treatments, taking and developing radiographs, and preparing rooms with strict infection control measures.

Responsibilities include patient comfort, post-treatment oral care instructions, impressions, lab work coordination, and basic office tasks. Regular sterilization, record-keeping, and OSHA/HIPAA compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• State Dental Assistant license required.
• Expanded functions required (Radiation).
• Expanded functions preferred (Coronal Polishing / Topical Fluoride / Sealants / Nitrous Oxide / Parenteral / Pediatric Anesthesia).

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Preparing examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place.
• Maintaining infection control and a surgically clean work environment.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient care

Infection control

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Education LevelTechnical School## Description**Job purpose** Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care and are valuable members of the dental care team.**Duties and responsibilities** Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Preparing examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place Preventing the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment Helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment Providing patients with instructions for oral care following treatment Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling) Taking impressions of patient's teeth for study casts (models of teeth) Create, send, and track lab cases Monitor, order, and maintain budget for dental supplies Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer Assisting in updating and maintaining client dental records/charts Maintaining equipment and coordinating any necessary repairs Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse as needed Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed Maintaining OSHA and HIPPA compliance## QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredBasic Life Support Certification requiredState Dental Assistant license requiredExpanded functions required* RadiationExpanded functions preferred* Coronal Polishing / Topical Fluoride* Sealants* Nitrous Oxide* Parenteral / Pediatric Anesthesia* Oral Maxillofacial Surgery**Working conditions** Dental practices run at a fast pace and dental assistants will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients.**Physical requirements*** Dental Assistants will be required to:* Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.* Repeat the same movements.* Bend or twist their body.* Sit for long periods.* Stand for long periods.* Lifting up to 50 pounds**Reports to:**ADO / Office Manager**Direct reports:**None.