Dental Assistant

Rosaires Care - San José; Del Valle (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosaires Care - San José is seeking a dental assistant to prepare treatment rooms and support dentists during a range of procedures. You will take digital X-rays, manage instruments, and maintain sterilization standards to support efficient clinic flow.

Responsibilities include updating patient records, educating patients on oral hygiene, and adhering to OSHA infection-control procedures in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Strong patient-focused communication and professionalism.
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA standards.
• Accuracy in handling instruments, sterilization, and documentation.
• Ability to assist during a variety of dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and support chairside dental procedures.
• Take digital X-rays and assist with imaging needs.
• Handle instruments and ensure proper sterilization.
• Maintain and update patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and care instructions.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and follow infection-control procedures.
• Contribute to smooth, efficient clinical operations.

Skills

Patient communication

Infection control

Instrument handling

Procedural assistance

Job description

Support high-quality patient care in a clinical dental setting by preparing treatment rooms and assisting dentists chairside for a range of procedures. Responsibilities include taking and processing digital X-rays, managing instruments, and maintaining sterilization standards. Update and maintain accurate patient records, while educating patients on oral hygiene and supporting an organized, efficient clinic flow.

Key Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms and support chairside dental procedures
• Take digital X-rays and assist with imaging needs
• Handle instruments and ensure proper sterilization
• Maintain and update patient records
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and care instructions
• Ensure OSHA compliance and follow infection-control procedures
• Contribute to smooth, efficient clinical operations

Required Skills

• Strong patient-focused communication and professionalism
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA standards
• Accuracy in handling instruments, sterilization, and documentation
• Ability to assist during a variety of dental procedures