Dental Assistant

PopUp Smiles; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

PopUp Smiles is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to join our team. This role involves chairside support across three offices in San Juan Capistrano, Orange, and Newport Beach, with travel between locations required. You will prepare rooms, take X-rays, and ensure a smooth patient experience.

Ideal candidates have California dental assisting credentials, strong communication, and the ability to stay organized in a busy environment. Travel and teamwork are essential components of this role.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting credentials and certifications required for California law.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and chairside techniques.
• Familiarity with digital radiography and practice management software.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to stay organized in a busy dental office.
• Dependable, professional and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Take dental X-rays in accordance with California requirements.
• Assist with patient seating, preparation, and post-treatment instructions.
• Follow sterilization, disinfection and infection control protocols.
• Maintain clean, stocked operatories and update patient charts.
• Coordinate with dentists, hygienists and front-office staff for efficient scheduling.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures for the clinical area.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Chairside skills

Patient care

Strong communication

Team player

Education

California dental assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Job description

Dental Assistant

Join Our Dental Team in San Juan Capistrano, Orange, and Newport Beach Locations!

At PopUp Smiles, we're committed to providing quality dental care while creating a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient.

Alongside our mobile dental services, we operate three traditional dental offices in San Juan Capistrano, Orange, and Newport Beach.

We're looking for a dependable, experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. We need someone who enjoys working chairside, stays organized throughout a busy clinical day, and takes pride in helping both patients and providers have a positive experience. Travel between offices is required.

What You'll Do

• Provide chairside assistance during examinations, restorative procedures, and other dental treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials before appointments.
• Take dental X-rays in accordance with California requirements.
• Assist with patient seating, preparation, and post-treatment instructions.
• Follow sterilization, disinfection, and infection control protocols.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized operatories.
• Update patient charts and assist with clinical documentation.
• Coordinate with dentists, hygienists, and front-office staff to keep appointments running efficiently.
• Assist with daily opening and closing procedures for the clinical area.
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and applicable California dental regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
• Dental assisting credentials and certifications required for assigned duties under California law.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and chairside assisting techniques.
• Familiarity with digital radiography and dental practice management software.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to stay organized and work efficiently in a busy dental office.
• Dependable, professional, and comfortable working as part of a team.

Experience with Dentrix Ascend is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid company-recognized holidays

PopUp Smiles is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.