Dental Assistant – Radiography & Front Desk Expert

UMMA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMA Health in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental providers across clinical, laboratory, and front desk duties. The role involves instrument setup, infection control, radiographs, four-handed chairside assistance, patient education, and billing support in a fast-paced community clinic.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR, and radiation safety certification, with familiarity in dental terminology and California licensing basics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS CPR certification.
• Radiation Safety Certification or course completed.
• Familiar with dental terminology, materials, and instruments.
• Able to perform duties per California licensing guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Follow protective health and safety protocols.
• Prepare operatories with materials and supplies for the dental procedure.
• Take radiographs with diagnostic quality.
• Provide four-handed chairside dental assistance.
• Assist with dental billing and scheduling.

Skills

Dental terminology

BLS CPR

Radiation safety

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Radiation Safety Certification

Tools

eClinical Works EMR

Job description

UMMA Health in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental providers across clinical, laboratory, and front desk duties. The role involves instrument setup, infection control, radiographs, four-handed chairside assistance, patient education, and billing support in a fast-paced community clinic.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR, and radiation safety certification, with familiarity in dental terminology and California licensing basics.