Entry-Level Dental Assistant - On-the-Job Training

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

On demand Pay

Basic Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Familia Dental in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a caring, patient-focused team. No certification required; on-the-job training provided to help you succeed in a fast-paced dental office.

You will support the clinical team, take and develop X-rays, and educate patients on oral health. This role offers growth within a compassionate family environment and a schedule roughly 30–40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• No certification required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with dental management software (Denticon preferred).
• Meet state requirements for DA duties and CPR/BLS, radiography certificate.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patients to treatment areas.
• Manage treatment room inventory and reorder supplies.
• Record patients' medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Assist dentist during procedures and prepare materials.
• Educate patients on oral health and hygiene.
• Follow company policies and state/federal laws.

Skills

Exceptional service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Team player

Tools

Denticon

Dental software

Job description

Familia Dental in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a caring, patient-focused team. No certification required; on-the-job training provided to help you succeed in a fast-paced dental office.

You will support the clinical team, take and develop X-rays, and educate patients on oral health. This role offers growth within a compassionate family environment and a schedule roughly 30–40 hours per week.