Dental Assistant

Tulare Family Dentistry; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulare Family Dentistry in Tulare, CA is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures, maintain a clean clinical environment, and ensure a positive patient experience.

You will accompany the dentist, prepare treatment rooms, manage patient records, assist with billing as needed, and help with sterilization and supplies while complying with OSHA and CDC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred
• X-ray certification (Required / Preferred — depending on state regulations)
• Knowledge of Patient Management Software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during procedures (e.g., fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals)
• Hand instruments to the dentist and anticipate procedural needs
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Review medical histories and update patient records
• Provide post-procedure instructions and oral hygiene education
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines
• Organize and maintain dental supplies and instruments
• Ensure operatory cleanliness and readiness between appointments
• Schedule appointments and confirm visits
• Assist with billing, insurance processing, or charting

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Patient-focused

Team-oriented

Education

CDA or RDA preferred

Tools

Patient Management Software

Job description

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Clinical Tulare, CA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Tulare Family Dentistry - 233 N M St, Tulare, CA 93274

We are looking for a friendly, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about patient care, skilled in chairside support, and able to maintain a clean and organized clinical environment. This role is essential in ensuring smooth daily operations and a positive experience for every patient.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during procedures (e.g., fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals)
• Hand instruments to the dentist and anticipate procedural needs
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment

Patient Care & Communication

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Review medical histories and update patient records
• Provide post-procedure instructions and oral hygiene education
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines
• Organize and maintain dental supplies and instruments
• Ensure operatory cleanliness and readiness between appointments

Administrative Support (as needed)

• Schedule appointments and confirm visits
• Assist with billing, insurance processing, or charting

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred
• X-ray certification (Required / Preferred — depending on state regulations)
• Knowledge of Patient Management Software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods