Dental Assistant - Grass Valley Dental Care

American Dental Companies; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive ADC Benefits Package

Job summary

Grass Valley Dental Care – Dr. Paul Falvey, DDS is seeking a Dental Assistant / Sterilization Tech in Grass Valley, CA. The role focuses on sterilization and back-office organization with chairside support and patient care responsibilities.

We offer a full-time, Mon–Thu schedule and a competitive pay rate. Join a team that values precision, safety, and patient comfort in a well-equipped practice.

Qualifications

• Valid California Dental X-ray License (Required).
• Infection Control Certification (Required).
• Dental Practice Act Certification (Required).

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and treatment areas per OSHA/CDC guidelines.
• Greet patients, review histories, and prepare patients for treatment.
• Assist dentist during procedures with instruments and suction.
• Take and process dental X-rays as directed.
• Document treatment details in dental software.
• Maintain inventory and restock treatment rooms.
• Support front desk tasks as needed to keep workflows smooth.

Education

Valid California Dental X-ray License

Infection Control Certification

Dental Practice Act Certification

Job description

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Dental Assistant / Sterilization Tech

Practice Name: Grass Valley Dental Care – Dr. Paul Falvey, DDS

Location: Grass Valley, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM (Enjoy 3-day weekends every week!)

Pay Rate:$20.00 -$25.00 per hour DOE

Benefits: Comprehensive ADC Benefits Package

About Our Practice

At Grass Valley Dental Care, you'll be part of a team that genuinely cares-about our patients, our community, and each other. Every day, we work together to provide compassionate, top-quality dental care in a friendly and professional setting where everyone is appreciated for their contribution. If you're looking for a workplace where your effort truly matters and your team feels like family, we'd love to meet you!

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Dental Assistant / Sterilization Tech to join our team. Your primary focus in this role will be sterilization and back-office organization, ensuring our clinical operations run seamlessly while providing key chairside and patient care support.

Key Responsibilities

• Sterilization & Infection Control (Primary Focus): Maintain the highest standards of safety by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas in strict compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.

• Patient Care & Preparation: Warmly greet and seat patients, review medical histories, and ensure a comfortable, welcoming experience prior to treatment.

• Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist during procedures by passing instruments, mixing materials, managing suction, and keeping treatments efficient.

• Radiographs: Take and process quality dental X-rays as directed.

• Charting & Documentation: Accurately log treatment details, clinical procedures, and patient notes into our dental software.

• Inventory & Supply Management: Monitor, restock, and organize treatment rooms and clinical inventory to maintain optimal workflow.

• Team Collaboration: Assist with front office or auxiliary duties when needed-because teamwork and flexibility are central to our culture.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certifications:

  • Valid California Dental X-ray License (Required)

  • Infection Control Certification (Required)

  • Dental Practice Act Certification (Required)

• Attributes: Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, excellent communication, and a patient-first attitude.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Predictable Hours: Fixed schedule (Mon–Thu) with continuous Friday through Sunday weekends.

• Supportive Culture: A clean, organized, high-standard dental environment driven by mutual respect and teamwork.