Dental Assistant I: Chairside Support & Patient Experience

Clove Dental; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Clove Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant I in California to support dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and help with charting in Open Dental. The role emphasizes chairside assistance, X-ray operations within scope, and maintaining clean operatories while prioritizing patient comfort.

Candidates must hold a Current California Dental Radiation Safety (X-Ray) Certificate and be prepared to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented dental office.

Qualifications

• Current California Dental Radiation Safety (X-Ray) Certificate is required.
• Ability to assist dentist during procedures and manage chart input.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during procedures and input treatment plans into charts.
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate provider needs.
• Take diagnostic-quality dental X-rays within scope and document images.
• Assist with suction, isolation, instrument transfer, and setup.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Patient communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

California Dental Radiation Safety Certificate

Tools

Open Dental

Dentira

Job description

Clove Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant I in California to support dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and help with charting in Open Dental. The role emphasizes chairside assistance, X-ray operations within scope, and maintaining clean operatories while prioritizing patient comfort.

Candidates must hold a Current California Dental Radiation Safety (X-Ray) Certificate and be prepared to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented dental office.