Dental Assistant - Growth, Benefits & Multilocation DSO

West Coast Dental Services; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth within a multi-locationD

Job summary

West Coast Dental Services is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support our California-based clinics. The role involves room preparation, instrument sterilization, assisting dentists, taking digital X-rays, charting, patient education, and keeping supplies stocked.

Knowledge of CA regulations and bilingual English/Spanish are a plus. Strong communication, organization, and reliability are essential, as is a positive attitude and commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Active CA Dental Assistant certification as required by state law.
• X-ray certification (California compliant) is required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is essential.
• Experience with Denticon or similar dental software is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are important.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper sterilization of instruments.
• Assist dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take digital X-rays in compliance with CA radiology standards.
• Chart procedures and document clinical notes accurately.
• Provide patient education on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.
• Maintain inventory and assist with ordering dental supplies.
• Ensure OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control compliance.
• Support front office when needed to enhance patient experience.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Dental terminology knowledge

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Active California Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification (CA)

CPR/BLS certification

Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience

Tools

Denticon

Job description

West Coast Dental Services is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support our California-based clinics. The role involves room preparation, instrument sterilization, assisting dentists, taking digital X-rays, charting, patient education, and keeping supplies stocked.

Knowledge of CA regulations and bilingual English/Spanish are a plus. Strong communication, organization, and reliability are essential, as is a positive attitude and commitment to patient care.