Dental Assistant — Patient Care, X-Rays & Sterilization

clinicaromero; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinica Romero in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support the Dental Director and Dental Supervisor in delivering high-quality patient care. You will assist with patient flow, prepare for procedures, take x-rays, and help maintain a clean, sterilized clinical environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Dental Assistant Diploma with X-Ray and CPR certifications, is bilingual in English/Spanish, and possesses proficient computer skills to manage records and insurance

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Diploma and X-Ray certification required.
• CPR certification.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Works with Dental supervisor and Dental Director to provide quality patient care.
• Coordinate patient flow in the dental clinic.
• Ensure the dental department is stocked and cleaned.
• Record sterilization logs and report autoclave issues or positive spore tests.
• Clean, sterilize and assemble instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Prepare patients for oral surgery and assist the dentist with instruments.
• Take vital signs when necessary.
• Take digital dental x-rays for diagnosis and treatment.
• Document treatment results and instruct patients on dental care.
• Learn and use current MIS system.
• Verify patient insurance coverages and eligibility prior to scheduling.
• Monitor incoming messages via WELL Health and other apps for appointment requests.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Dental Assistant Diploma

X-Ray Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

MIS system

Job description

Clinica Romero in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support the Dental Director and Dental Supervisor in delivering high-quality patient care. You will assist with patient flow, prepare for procedures, take x-rays, and help maintain a clean, sterilized clinical environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Dental Assistant Diploma with X-Ray and CPR certifications, is bilingual in English/Spanish, and possesses proficient computer skills to manage records and insurance