Dental Assistant

Dental Views; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Vacation time

Job summary

Dental Views in California is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to support doctors and the clinical team, maintain efficient patient flow, prepare treatment rooms, and assist during procedures.

The role requires radiographic certification, OSHA/HIPAA knowledge, CPR and infection-control certification, plus the ability to travel between offices when needed; you will help maintain accurate documentation and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Must have OSHA/HIPAA compliance knowledge.
• Current radiographic certification required.
• CPR and infection-control certifications required.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology.
• Willingness to travel between offices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors during dental procedures.
• Prepare and break down treatment rooms.
• Follow sterilization and infection-control protocols.
• Take dental radiographs when licensed/certified.
• Review and prepare schedule for upcoming procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

OSHA/HIPAA compliance

Radiographic certification

Dental terminology

CPR certification

Infection control certification

Travel between offices

Dental procedures knowledge

Education

Accredited Dental Assisting program certificate

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dependable, motivated Dental Assistant to support our doctors and clinical team while providing an excellent patient experience. The Dental Assistant will help maintain an efficient patient flow, prepare treatment rooms, assist during procedures, maintain infection-control standards, and support the overall success of the office.

Requirements

Dental Assistant Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA Compliance Standards required
• Current Radiographic Certification required
• Advanced knowledge and use of dental terminology preferred
• CPR certification required
• Infection Control certification required
• Means to travel from one office to another, required as necessary
• Vast knowledge of different types of dental procedures

Dental Assistant Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist doctors during dental procedures
• Prepare and break down treatment rooms
• Follow sterilization and infection-control protocols
• Take dental radiographs when appropriately licensed/certified
• Review and prepare the schedule for upcoming procedures
• Ensure rooms, instruments, and materials are ready before treatment
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation as assigned
• Support patient education and treatment understanding
• Help maintain efficient patient flow and minimize delays
• Maintain inventory and communicate supply needs
• Work collaboratively with doctors, front office, and clinical team
• Follow company policies and all applicable dental safety requirements
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and team huddles
• Other duties as assigned by the Office Manager, Regional Manager, and/or Dentists

Dental Assistant Education

• Certification from an accredited Dental Assisting program preferred

Dental Assistant Experience

• Dental assisting experience preferred; current applicable certifications; knowledge of dental terminology and procedures; strong communication and organizational skills; ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; dependable attendance and punctuality; and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Benefits

Dental Views offers Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation time, etc...