Dental Assistant: Radiographs, Patient Care & Sterile Prep

Aria Community Health Center; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Job summary

Aria Community Health Center in California is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists across general and specialty care, including radiographs, patient education, and infection control.

You will manage patient flow, take medical histories, prepare instruments, and help with sterilization while upholding OSHA and HIPAA standards. The role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Prior health-related or customer service experience preferred.
• Certificates in Infection Control and X-ray required.
• Ability to maintain OSHA and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during a variety of procedures following standards.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Record patient medical history and monitor vital signs.
• Maintain infection control protocol and sterilize instruments.
• Instruct patients on oral care and post-treatment care.
• Schedule appointments and communicate with patients and suppliers.
• Support care across orthodontics, pediatrics, periodontics and oral surgery.

Skills

Dental radiography

Infection control

Patient communication

Office computer skills

Education

X-ray certificate

Infection control certification

Job description

Aria Community Health Center in California is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists across general and specialty care, including radiographs, patient education, and infection control.

You will manage patient flow, take medical histories, prepare instruments, and help with sterilization while upholding OSHA and HIPAA standards. The role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.