Dental Assistant & X-Ray Tech – Growth & CE (CA)

West Coast Dental Services; Artesia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

West Coast Dental Services in California is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing DSO. The role supports providers, delivers patient care, and maintains efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include room preparation, assisting dentist, digital X-rays, charting, patient education, inventory, OSHA/HIPAA compliance, and frontline support to enhance patient experience.

Qualifications

• Active California Dental Assistant certification is required by state law.
• X-ray certification (California compliant) is required.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Experience with dental software such as Denticon preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper sterilization of instruments.
• Assist dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take digital X-rays in compliance with CA radiology standards.
• Chart procedures and document clinical notes accurately.
• Provide patient education on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.
• Maintain inventory and assist with ordering dental supplies.
• Ensure OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control compliance.
• Support front office when needed to enhance patient experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual

Education

California Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Denticon or similar dental software

Job description

West Coast Dental Services in California is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing DSO. The role supports providers, delivers patient care, and maintains efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include room preparation, assisting dentist, digital X-rays, charting, patient education, inventory, OSHA/HIPAA compliance, and frontline support to enhance patient experience.