Specialty Dental Assistant - Travel-Ready Patient Care

PDS Health; El Cerrito (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Dentists of El Cerrito Plaza is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians through effective patient care and the Perfect Patient Experience. You will prepare patients, assist with procedures, and maintain clean, sterile operatory spaces while collaborating with front desk and specialty teams.

The role emphasizes active listening, reliability, and teamwork to deliver quality dental treatment and patient comfort across multiple offices as needed.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with required state certification/training.
• Specialty dental assistants must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance and may travel between offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians and prepare patients for exams.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operatory according to guidelines.
• Demonstrate PPE and maintain a clean, cheerful environment.
• Record patient charts and obtain consents and health histories.
• Support patients by explaining records, treatments, and post-care.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Customer service

Self-motivated

Education

1-year certificate

GED-equivalent

Job description

Dentists of El Cerrito Plaza is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians through effective patient care and the Perfect Patient Experience. You will prepare patients, assist with procedures, and maintain clean, sterile operatory spaces while collaborating with front desk and specialty teams.

The role emphasizes active listening, reliability, and teamwork to deliver quality dental treatment and patient comfort across multiple offices as needed.