Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-rays & Admin Support

Johnson Family Dental; Lincoln (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Smile Brands is seeking a Dental Assistant to work closely with our Dentist in Lincoln, CA. The role involves preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting with procedures while ensuring patient comfort.

You will take and develop X-rays, educate patients on oral hygiene, and maintain patient records. Responsibilities also include inventory management, basic front office tasks, and adherence to infection control protocols. Compensation ranges from $18 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have CPR or BLS certification.
• X-ray license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments.
• Assist the dentist during procedures by handing instruments and ensuring patient comfort.
• Take and develop X-rays as needed.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update charts.
• Manage inventory and order dental supplies as required.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and safety regulations.
• Assist with front office tasks, such as scheduling appointments and processing payments, if needed.

Skills

Patient care

Sterilization techniques

Infection control

Job description

Smile Brands is seeking a Dental Assistant to work closely with our Dentist in Lincoln, CA. The role involves preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting with procedures while ensuring patient comfort.

You will take and develop X-rays, educate patients on oral hygiene, and maintain patient records. Responsibilities also include inventory management, basic front office tasks, and adherence to infection control protocols. Compensation ranges from $18 to $20 per hour.