Dental Assistant — Growth & Perks in a DSO

West Coast Dental Services; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; 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 in California to support clinicians, maintain sterilization, and ensure efficient patient flow. You will assist a variety of procedures, take digital X-rays, and document clinical notes while adhering to safety and privacy standards.

The role emphasizes patient education, inventory management, and collaboration with a multi-location DSO. Certification requirements include CA DA and CA X-ray, CPR/BLS, with bilingual ability

Qualifications

• Active California Dental Assistant certification is required by state law.
• X-ray certification (California compliant) is required.
• CPR/BLS certification is 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 required.
• 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 terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Active California Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification (CA compliant)

CPR/BLS certification

1 year of dental assisting experience

Tools

Denticon

Job description

West Coast Dental Services is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant in California to support clinicians, maintain sterilization, and ensure efficient patient flow. You will assist a variety of procedures, take digital X-rays, and document clinical notes while adhering to safety and privacy standards.

The role emphasizes patient education, inventory management, and collaboration with a multi-location DSO. Certification requirements include CA DA and CA X-ray, CPR/BLS, with bilingual ability