Dental Assistant I–IV: Fourhanded Dentistry Support

laclinica; Pittsburg (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

La Clínica de La Raza in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking Dental Assistants to join a fast-paced, four-handed dentistry team. You will support dentists, manage instruments, and help ensure a welcoming patient experience while maintaining accurate records and coordinating with care team members.

The role emphasizes reliability, communication, and a passion for compassionate community health. Applicants should have a HS/GED and an X-ray license with 1–2 years of experience; bilingual

Qualifications

• Basic dental assisting practices, terminology, and equipment used.
• Dental office procedures including scheduling, registration, treatment estimates and payment collection.
• Working with modern computer applications and electronic health records.
• Techniques for cleaning and sterilization of dental equipment, exam rooms and patient treatment areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow to maximize access and service; ensure exam rooms are stocked and ready.
• Prepare patients for examination; record vital signs and histories.
• Assist dentist during procedures and take dental x-rays.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain supplies.

Skills

Basic dental assisting

Dental office procedures

Electronic health records

Sterilization techniques

Bilingual proficiency

Education

HS/GED, X-Ray License, and 1-2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant

Job description

La Clínica de La Raza in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking Dental Assistants to join a fast-paced, four-handed dentistry team. You will support dentists, manage instruments, and help ensure a welcoming patient experience while maintaining accurate records and coordinating with care team members.

The role emphasizes reliability, communication, and a passion for compassionate community health. Applicants should have a HS/GED and an X-ray license with 1–2 years of experience; bilingual