Dental Assistant

Team Perio; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 30 days

Dental, vision, and medical insurance

401(k) employer contribution

Sick pay

Paid holidays

36-40 hour work week

Job summary

Team Perio is seeking a dedicated Dental Surgical Assistant to join our growing practice in California. This full-time position focuses on preparing the operatory, supporting the doctor, and delivering excellent patient experiences in a collaborative team.

You will handle radiographs, patient coverage, and post-operative care, with wages between $22 and $28 per hour (DOE). Benefits begin after the probationary period, with health insurance, 401(k), sick days, and holidays.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification are required.
• Valid X-ray certificate required.
• Sustained positivity and energy throughout the day.
• Clear communication with patients and team members.
• Attention to detail and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operatory and equipment.
• Greet and escort patients to and from the treatment room.
• Prepare the patient for surgery or examination.
• Maintain awareness of patients’ comfort and safety needs.
• Record treatment information in the patient's chart.
• Assist the doctor by passing instruments and taking photographs.
• Take radiographs as directed by the doctor.
• Provide post-operative care to patients as directed by the doctor.
• Communicate with team members to coordinate patient flow and comfort.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Education

Valid X-ray certificate

Job description

Team Perio is growing, and we are looking for awesome people to join our team. Our practices are owned by one doctor and managed by a team of people united by the goal of helping as many patients as possible experience dental surgery in a positive way. We pride ourselves on maintaining a healthy office culture with competitive pay and benefits.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing excellent patient experiences and work well within a team. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities of Dental Surgical Assistant

• Prepare the operatory and equipment

• Greet and escort patients to and from the treatment room

• Prepare the patient for surgery or examination

• Maintain awareness of patients’ comfort and safety needs

• Record treatment information in the patient’s chart

• Assist the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra-oral fluids, and taking photographs

• Take radiographs as directed by the doctor

• Provide post-operative care to patients as directed by the doctor

• Communicate with other essential team members to coordinate patient flow and comfort

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Requirements of Dental Surgical Assistant

• CPR and First Aid certification

• Valid X-ray certificate

• Sustained positivity and energy throughout the day

• Communicate clearly with patients and all team members

• Attention to detail

• Professionalism

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage: $22–$28 per hour (DOE)

• 90-day review and wage assessment, with potential for an increase

• 36-40 hour work week

• Health insurance benefits available after 30 days; all other benefits are eligible after a 90-day probationary period

• 5 days of sick pay per year

• 5 paid holidays

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance available

• 401(k) employer contribution

We believe that all patients deserve to experience a better life by having their oral health restored to ideal health. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we want to meet you.