Dental Assistant in Training: CE & Benefits

PDS Health; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

CE Units

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time off

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

The Dental Office of Carson is hiring an entry-level Dental Assistant. You will learn basic dental assisting tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist, actively participate in delivering a great patient experience, and master infection control procedures to ensure patient and team safety.

You will handle charting, radiographs after safety checks, and prepare the workflow from patient intake to front desk handoff.

Qualifications

• No prior dental experience required.
• Customer services experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform basic dental assisting functions under direct supervision of the licensed dentist.
• Participate in Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on patient care and addressing individual needs.
• Learn infection control procedures for sterilization and operatory cleaning to ensure safety.
• Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures after state requirements are met.
• Prepare for patient care procedures and assist with chairside support.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist.
• Record patient charting and treatment notes in the digital chart.
• Present treatment records, consents and health history to the dentist before treatment.
• Maintain compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.).

Skills

Customer service experience

Willingness to learn

Job description

The Dental Office of Carson is hiring an entry-level Dental Assistant. You will learn basic dental assisting tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist, actively participate in delivering a great patient experience, and master infection control procedures to ensure patient and team safety.

You will handle charting, radiographs after safety checks, and prepare the workflow from patient intake to front desk handoff.