Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability

Pet insurance

401(k) with match

Identity theft protection

Legal services

Paid time off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a busy specialty practice and support the dentist with four-handed dentistry while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

You will greet patients, prep rooms, sterilize instruments, maintain records, and help with scheduling and payment processes, contributing to a world‑class patient experience. This role requires strong communication, reliability, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a dental assistant, preferably in a specialty practice.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• A high school diploma.
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law).
• An active state radiology license (if required by law).
• Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients to the dental office.
• Preparing patients for treatment and ensuring their comfort.
• Setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilizing instruments per regulations.
• Assisting the dentist in four-handed dentistry.
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative instructions.
• Keeping the dental room clean and stocked.
• Scheduling appointments and post‑op visits.
• Maintaining accurate patient records.
• Assisting with payment procedures.

Skills

Dental instruments

Sterilization

Communication

Patient care

Regulated tasks

Attention to detail

Organization

High school diploma

Dental assistant certificate

Radiology license

Education

High school diploma

Dental assistant certificate

Active radiology license

Job description

Our office Petaluma Endodontics in Petaluma, CA is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice.

We are looking for a talented and skilled Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world‑class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.

Your Responsibilities

You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients’ needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patient’s go‑to resource during their visit which includes the following:

• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
• Assisting the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post‑operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room clean and well‑stocked
• Scheduling appointments and post‑op visits
• Maintaining accurate patient records
• Assisting with payment procedures

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Your Background

You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You’re excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable/happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate and collaborative problem‑solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.

You also have the following:

• At least X years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty is preferred
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well‑organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations.

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

Why You Should Join Our Team

A career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of Specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results.

We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their lives—at home, at work and everywhere in between.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

Position Base Pay Range: $28 - $36 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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