Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Team Player

Waheed M Dental Of West Covina Corp; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dental Wellness in West Covina invites a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our patient‑focused practice in a team environment. You will assist the dentist during examinations, perform X‑ray imaging, and help prepare rooms with sterile instruments, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

You will educate patients on oral hygiene, manage records and appointments, and support specialties like pediatric dentistry and endodontics while maintaining aseptic standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Familiarity with infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Proficiency in medical imaging techniques, including X-ray operation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with patients and team members.
• Certification or training in dental assisting is a plus; experience in pediatric dentistry or endodontics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Perform medical imaging, including X-rays, while adhering to infection control protocols.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary materials are ready for use.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with administrative tasks as needed, including scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Support various dental specialties such as pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and general dentistry as required.
• Implement aseptic techniques to prevent infection and ensure a clean working environment.

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

Dental procedures knowledge

Infection control protocols

Medical imaging / X-ray operation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certification or training in dental assisting

Job description

Dental Wellness in West Covina invites a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our patient‑focused practice in a team environment. You will assist the dentist during examinations, perform X‑ray imaging, and help prepare rooms with sterile instruments, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

You will educate patients on oral hygiene, manage records and appointments, and support specialties like pediatric dentistry and endodontics while maintaining aseptic standards.