We are a dental office in search of a registered dental assistant to join our growing dental team located in Arroyo Grande! Our team is passionate about providing the best care possible for our community. We are looking for a team member who is open-minded, self-motivated, and a detail-oriented team player who gets the job done. If you have a positive and outgoing attitude, a great work ethic, and a strong desire to help others, we would love to meet you!
This position is best suited for a recent dental assisting program graduate who would benefit from mentorship and is looking to grow with a practice. As a general office, our doctors do a little bit of everything so, a recent graduate would be able to put all their skills to use right from the start, especially if they intend on testing to become an RDA.
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Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Welcoming patients in the dental office
-Preparing patients for exams and treatments ensuring their comfort
-Educating patients on oral health conditions diagnosed by the doctors, treatment needs, and on post-operative care
-Select and set up appropriate instruments, equipment, and materials efficiently for exams and treatments
-Sterilize instruments according to OSHA regulations
-Assisting and notating for the dentist during a procedure and/or exam
-Maintaining stock and organization of the dental operatories and sterilization area
-Assist hygienist with room breakdown, instrument and materials set-up
-Managing stock and inventory for dental supplies and materials
-Submit and follow-up on dental lab cases
-Assist with front office duties as needed (confirming patient reservations, sending treatment plans and consents, shredding paperwork, etc)
Skills & Requirements:
-X-ray certificate
-Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
-Proficient computer skills REQUIRED
-Excellent communication and people skills
-Attention to detail
-Well-organized and reliable
-Graduated from an approved dental assisting program or about to graduate from one is preferred -Familiarity with Open Dental is preferred
-Reliable mode of transportation REQUIRED
Job Type: Part time job (with potential to develop into a full-time position as we are looking to increase our clinical days to Tues-Fri by 2025)
Pay: Starts at $22.00 per hour based on experience
MUST have a reliable form of transportation.
MUST be able to commit to our 3-day clinical schedule of Tues-Thurs from 7:50AM to 4:50PM.
Job Type: Part-time with the potential for Full-time (
Pay: From $22.00 per hour BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Expected hours: 24 (PT) – 32 (FT) per week
Benefits:
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Food provided
Opportunities for advancement
Paid orientation
Paid sick time
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Uniform allowance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
No weekends
Ability to Commute:
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (Required)
Work Location: In person