Dental Assistant - Elevate Patient Care & Procedures

Sonrava Health; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonrava Health in California is seeking a Dental Assistant focused on delivering excellent patient care and supporting doctors during procedures. The role includes taking and developing radiographs, preparing the operatory, maintaining infection control, and ensuring a smooth patient flow while upholding HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

The position requires radiography certification and a patient-first attitude, with opportunities for professional growth within a state-of-the-art practice environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with excellent chair-side manner, prioritizing the patient.
• Be present and ready to work at all assigned shift times.
• Assist doctors with dental procedures and anticipate needs.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs of high quality.
• Review patient charts and log data during exams and treatments.
• Prepare and sterilize equipment and operatory per guidelines.
• Educate patients and address questions/concerns.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA rules.
• Follow OSHA and BBP safety policies and participate in daily huddles.

Skills

Patient service orientation

Chair-side manner

Communication skills

Organization & multi-tasking

Computer proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification as required by state

CPR certification

Nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia certification

Job description

Sonrava Health in California is seeking a Dental Assistant focused on delivering excellent patient care and supporting doctors during procedures. The role includes taking and developing radiographs, preparing the operatory, maintaining infection control, and ensuring a smooth patient flow while upholding HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

The position requires radiography certification and a patient-first attitude, with opportunities for professional growth within a state-of-the-art practice environment.