Dental Assistant

Comprehensive Periodontics & Dental Implants; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education support

Employee dental discount

Aflac options

Job summary

Comprehensive Periodontics & Dental Implants in California is seeking a motivated surgical assistant to join a high-level team. You’ll assist in periodontal and implant surgeries, support clinical flow, and help coordinate digital workflows.

The role offers hands-on exposure to implants, grafting, intraoral scanners, and 3D printing, with opportunities to grow into a senior surgical assistant position. Training available for the right mindset and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and coachability.
• Calm, patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in periodontal and implant surgeries.
• Support clinical flow and patient experience.
• Help coordinate surgical and digital workflows.
• Maintain a clean, organized operatory.

Skills

Strong communication

Team mindset

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Tools

Intraoral scanners

3D printing

Job description

Join a High-Level Surgical Team.

We’re a specialty periodontal and implant practice focused on precision, efficiency, and long-term patient outcomes.

No experience? No problem. We’re more interested in mindset than résumé—and we’re willing to train the right person.

Our assistants are actively involved in implant surgery, grafting procedures, and modern digital workflows—not just basic assisting.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in periodontal and implant surgeries.
• Support clinical flow and patient experience.
• Help coordinate surgical and digital workflows.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient operatory.

What Makes This Role Different:

• Exposure to implants, grafting, and surgical procedures.
• Hands-on use of intraoral scanners and 3D printing.
• Involvement in guided implant workflows and digital case planning.
• Opportunity to grow into a high-level surgical assistant role.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication and team mindset.
• Detail-oriented and coachable.
• Positive, calm, patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Bonus:

• Dental Assistant (DA) or RDA experience.
• Spanish-speaking.

Growth & Development:

We train the right candidates and support advancement into surgical assisting and digital workflows beyond what most practices offer.

Benefits:

• Health & Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with matching/profit sharing.
• Paid Time Off.
• Continuing Education support.
• Employee dental discount.
• Aflac options.