Orthodontic Specialty Dental Assistant – Growth & Benefits

PDS Health; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Paid time to volunteer in your local社区

Job summary

PDS Health in Oceanside, CA is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE), building a Patient for Life (PFL). You will assist with exams, radiographs, charting, and maintaining a sterile, cheerful operatory.

Join a team that values collaboration, reliable transportation for multi-office travel, and compliance with state regulations. Priorities include infection control, patient comfort, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED and state-mandated certification/licensure.
• Specialty dental assistants may travel to multiple offices per day.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
• Travel may be planned or unplanned and may occur daily.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians and prepare patients for examination.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, sterile operatory.
• Take radiographs and intra-oral photos as directed by the clinician.
• Maintain patient charts and record health history in the digital system.
• Participate in daily huddles and team meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Team player

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

One-year certificate (professional program)

Job description

PDS Health in Oceanside, CA is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE), building a Patient for Life (PFL). You will assist with exams, radiographs, charting, and maintaining a sterile, cheerful operatory.

Join a team that values collaboration, reliable transportation for multi-office travel, and compliance with state regulations. Priorities include infection control, patient comfort, and accurate documentation.