Dental Assistant San Diego Smiles El Cajon, CA Job Details Full-time $25 - $29 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Patient comfort Oral hygiene Phone answering Medical chart preparation Maintaining an organized workspace Digital imaging Dental care patient counseling OSHA Preparing dental treatment areas Phone communication Image acquisition for patient care In-person customer service HIPAA Assisting medical staff High school diploma or GED Disinfection procedures Registered Dental Assistant Dentrix Intraoral scanners Panoramic x-ray Stocking Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics (CEREC) Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise Patient interaction Clean workspace maintenance Medical post-procedure instructions Patient education Managing patient records Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Job Title:

Dental Assistant Location:

El Cajon, CA Job Type:

Full time

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, some Fridays in the future 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM About Us

•Serious inquiries only with a dental background and dental experience San Diego Smiles is a general dental office committed to delivering high quality, compassionate care. We serve a diverse patient base, from children to seniors, and emphasize a welcoming, professional environment. We pride ourselves on teamwork, ongoing education, and excellent patient experience. Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and motivated RDA Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist during procedures, ensure patient comfort, maintain operatory readiness, sterilization, and support efficient workflow. Key Responsibilities Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment Assist dentist chairside during examinations, treatment, and procedures, as well as occasionally help up front when needed, like helping to answer the phone. Take diagnostic, and accurate X‑rays, Panos, intra oral photos, digital impressions Familiar with Cerec Comfortable with making temporary crowns Maintain patient records, charting, and data entry Educate patients on post‑op care, oral hygiene, and preventative care Ensure operatories are clean, organized, and stocked Order and manage dental supplies Follow all infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols Dental Assistant license/certification (if required by state) High school diploma or equivalent Experience as a dental assistant preferred (1+ year) Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and procedures Strong interpersonal & communication skills Attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast‑paced environment Familiarity with dental software Dentrix and Dexis imaging Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Paid time off / vacation / sick leave Continuing education support and opportunities for professional development Friendly, supportive team environment How to Apply Please send your resume, a brief cover letter to: Dr. Fadi Rouel 619-442-8841

Pay:

$25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Experience:

Registered dental assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant license (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

El Cajon, CA 92020 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person