Dental Assistant West Covina

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

401K

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Training and mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces in West Covina, California, is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant (DA) who can contribute to creating positive experiences for young patients and their families. The ideal candidate will assist with dental procedures, provide excellent patient care, and support the office operations.

We offer competitive pay, benefits including medical and dental coverage, and opportunities for training and advancement. If you have a passion for working with children and are a team player, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Certification in Radiation/CPR/Infection Control required.
• Availability to work on weekends.
• Positive and friendly attitude essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming atmosphere for patients.
• Educate families on oral care and check-up importance.
• Maintain patient records accurately.
• Prepare treatment rooms before patient arrival.
• Follow infection control protocols diligently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Enthusiasm for working with children

Education

Current Dental Assistant (DA) Certification

Job description

Dental Assistant (DA)

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces is looking for a skilled and friendly Dental Assistant (DA) who shares our passion for creating positive experiences for patients and their families.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Salary that reflects your skills and experience along with performance-based bonuses.
• Benefits: Paid vacations, 401K, and medical/dental/vision coverage.
• Room to Grow: Training, mentorship, and real career advancement.
• Make a Difference: Your skills will play a key role in improving our young patients’ smiles while creating a memorable experience each visit.
• Supportive Team Environment: A fun team that values collaboration and support, working together to provide the best care for our patients.

About the Role

As a Dental Assistant, you will work directly with dentists and patients to assist with dental procedures and ensure a smooth, efficient workflow in the office. You will play a critical role in helping patients achieve their best smile by assisting with dental procedures, providing excellent patient care, and supporting office operations.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, building trust with young patients and their families for a stress‑free visit.
• Educate children and their parents on proper oral care and the importance of regular dental check‑ups, making learning fun and accessible.
• Take X-rays and complete coronal polishing.
• Accurately maintain patient records, ensuring thorough charting and documentation.
• Keep the clinical area well‑organized, strictly following infection control protocols, such as regular sterilization of instruments.
• Prepare treatment rooms prior to patient arrival by ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready and available.

What We're Looking For

• Current Dental Assistant (DA) Certification: Radiation/CPR/Infection Control.
• Availability to work on weekends.
• Positive and friendly attitude.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and their families.