Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits

AltaMed Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team in providing essential dental care services. This role involves assisting dental professionals in a clinic and mobile health unit, ensuring patient comfort and safety while maintaining the highest standards of infection control. With a starting pay of $25 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, X-Ray certification, and a passion for patient care. Join a team committed to making a difference in the community!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plan with employer matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career advancement opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Qualifications

• X-Ray certification and infection control training required.
• Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services.
• Maintain proper infection control in all patient care areas.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Infection Control

X-Ray Certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting

Job description

Dental Assistant - Starting Pay at $25/hour Plus Full Benefits

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Job Overview

The Dental Assistant position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and the dental hygienist(s) in providing primary care dental services to patients at the clinic or in the mobile oral health unit, as well as for sterilization, preparation, inventory control of dental instruments and supplies, and maintaining proper infection control in all patient care areas.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Successful completion of a board-approved course in the Dental Practice Act.
• X-Ray certification and infection control training required.
• Valid BLS certification or higher, following AHA or Red Cross guidelines.
• Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Compensation

$25.00 per hour

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career advancement opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Additional Information

AltaMed is committed to fair hiring practices and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment for growth and development.