Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical & Dental insurance

Vision Coverage

Complimentary Life Insurance (employee

Short-term & Long-Term Disability

401(k) plan w/match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Advanced Periodontics Implant Center in Rancho Mirage is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. You will help the dentist by preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, and supporting 4-handed dentistry to deliver high-quality care.

You will greet patients, manage records, and assist with scheduling and payments. Requirements include 1+ year experience, a dental assistant certificate, HS diploma, and radiology licensing as required by law.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Active radiology license where required by law.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients and ensuring their comfort during visits.
• Assist with 4-handed dentistry and prepare instruments/equipment.
• Schedule appointments and maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with payment procedures and office coordination as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

People skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Certificate from accredited dental assistant program

Active state radiology license

Tools

Dental instruments knowledge

Sterilization methods

Job description

Our office, Advanced Periodontics Implant Center, is seeking a talented, full-time, 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 patients 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 set 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 1+ years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty 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 quicky 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 more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values compassion, teamwork, and clinical excellence. You’ll work alongside a supportive group of professional dental assistants, office managers, specialists, and coordinators—who are all committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where team members are encouraged to grow professionally, pursue their passions, and feel supported in and outside of the workplace.

• 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

72780 Country Club Dr. Suite 402 Rancho Mirage, Ca 92270

We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.

Position Base Pay Range

$20 - $30 USD

Specialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only. For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer. Specialty1 Partners generates job postings and offer letters to assist with human resources and payroll support provided to the applicable practice. Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients. Non-clinical employees include the office manager