Dental Assistant: Chairside Care & Patient Experience

Sonrava Health; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to prioritize patient care and support doctors with chair-side procedures. You will take and mount radiographs, prepare the operatory, and ensure a smooth workflow while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role requires radiography certification, state-required credentials, and strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills. The team emphasizes quality patient experiences and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current radiography certification required.
• Dental Assistant certification, as required by state, or ability to become certified.
• Current certification in CPR preferred.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with chair-side manner, making the patient the priority.
• Assist doctor and hygienist with dental procedures and anticipate needs.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs of high quality.
• Prepare operatory and sterilize equipment per guidelines.
• Educate patients and address questions or concerns.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA and safety policies.

Skills

Customer service

Chair-side manner

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification

CPR certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Western Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to prioritize patient care and support doctors with chair-side procedures. You will take and mount radiographs, prepare the operatory, and ensure a smooth workflow while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role requires radiography certification, state-required credentials, and strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills. The team emphasizes quality patient experiences and professional growth.