Dental Assistant: Patient-Centered Care & Clinic Support

Independence Dental Services; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulare Family Dentistry in Tulare, CA is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate supports chairside procedures, maintains a clean clinical environment, and ensures a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include room setup, assisting dentists during procedures, patient preparation, and post‑care instructions, along with possible administrative tasks such as scheduling and charting. X-ray certification is required or preferred as per state rules.

Qualifications

• CDA or RDA preferred for the role.
• X-ray certification is required or preferred depending on state regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during procedures (fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals).
• Hand instruments to the dentist and anticipate procedural needs.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment; review medical histories and update records.
• Provide post‑procedure instructions and oral hygiene education.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment per OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Organize and maintain dental supplies and instruments; ensure operatory readiness between appointments.
• Schedule appointments and confirm visits; assist with billing, insurance processing, or charting.

Skills

CDA or RDA

X-ray certification

Strong communication

Multitasking

Compassionate, patient‑focused

Tools

Patient Management Software

Job description

Tulare Family Dentistry in Tulare, CA is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate supports chairside procedures, maintains a clean clinical environment, and ensures a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include room setup, assisting dentists during procedures, patient preparation, and post‑care instructions, along with possible administrative tasks such as scheduling and charting. X-ray certification is required or preferred as per state rules.