Dental Assistant

Dena Marcus, DDS Inc; Villa Grande (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dena Marcus, DDS Inc is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our Sonoma dental team. You will provide chairside support, prepare treatment rooms, and help maintain a clean, organized clinical environment for smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate is passionate about patient care, communicates well, and can multitask in a fast-paced setting. X-ray certification and CDA/RDA credentials are preferred where state rules apply.

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

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Compassionate patient-focused

Education

CDA or RDA certification

Tools

Patient Management Software

Job description

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Clinical Sonoma, CA, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Monday-Friday: 7:45AM-5:00PM

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