Dental Assistant

Palo Alto Orthodontics; Palo Alto (CA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical and dental coverage

Generous PTO policy

Flexible Fridays

Descripción de la vacante

Palo Alto Orthodontics in Palo Alto, CA is seeking an Entry Level Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. Work Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm, with competitive compensation of $25–$30 per hour and benefits including medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, and Flexible Fridays.

No experience required, but a background check will be conducted. You’ll help sterilize, assist in lab work, and maintain patient records in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Formación

• 6+ months of experience preferred.
• X-ray license required.
• upbeat, friendly personality who enjoys connecting with others and can confidently engage in conversation.

Responsabilidades

• Sterilize instruments and equipment to maintain infection control protocols.
• Assist with lab work: pouring and trimming models, fabricating retainers, preparing orthodontic appliances.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all documentation is up to date.

Conocimientos

Friendly personality

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Herramientas

X-ray license

Descripción del empleo

Are you passionate about dentistry and seeking an exciting opportunity to grow your career as an Entry Level Dental Assistant Look no further! Palo Alto Orthodontics, a dynamic and cutting-edge dental practice based in Palo Alto, CA, is currently seeking a talented individual to join our team.

We offer competitive compensation in the range of $25-30 per hour.

• Medical and dental coverage
• Generous PTO policy
• Flexible Fridays

OUR MISSION

At Palo Alto Orthodontics, our mission is simple but profound: We're dedicated to crafting beautiful smiles and delivering exceptional patient care. Our values are rooted in teamwork, compassion, and continuous growth. We believe in investing in our team, offering culture coaching, emotional intelligence coaching, and exciting team events that make coming to work a joy.

We pride ourselves on reliability, rarely running late, and providing a supportive, family-like atmosphere that helps our team thrive. Join us, and you'll be part of a practice that truly believes every smile has a story.

YOUR SCHEDULE

You will work Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm.

YOUR DAY

You will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and clean environment for our patients. Your responsibilities will include sterilizing instruments and equipment to ensure proper infection control protocols are followed. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to assist with lab work, such as pouring and trimming models, fabricating retainers, and preparing orthodontic appliances. Attention to detail and precision will be key in accurately maintaining patient records and ensuring all necessary documentation is up to date.

REQUIREMENTS

While no experience is required, the following is preferred:

• 6+ months of experience
• X-ray license
• We're looking for someone with an upbeat, friendly personality who enjoys connecting with others and can confidently engage in conversation.

Must have the ability to pass a background check.