Dental Assistant Date Posted:

27 September 2026

Closing Date:

October 27, 2026

Recruiter:

Gentle Dental Location:

Santa Rosa, California Salary:

USD47,000

to

USD58,000

Job Type & Industry:

Data, Ai & Technology >

Ai & Technology Governance, Technology Risk Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

2989952694-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Gentle Dental is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to support our patient-first, team-oriented practice. In this Healthcare & Medical Services role, you'll prepare treatment rooms, assist during procedures, capture digital X rays, maintain sterilization and infection control, and provide clear patient education. You'll collaborate with multi-specialty providers, use modern dental technology, and ensure accurate charting and supply management. Gentle Dental offers mentorship, CE opportunities, and a supportive environment focused on empathy, integrity, work-life balance, and long-term patient relationships. Responsibilities Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for dental procedures Provide chairside assistance for dentists and specialists using four-handed dentistry Capture, process, and chart digital dental radiographs per safety protocols Maintain strict sterilization, infection control, and

OSHA/HIPAA

compliance Update patient records accurately in dental software/EHR systems Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-op care Support front office tasks such as scheduling and patient flow as needed Monitor inventory and order or restock supplies to ensure readiness Collaborate with a multi-specialty clinical team in a patient-first environment Participate in ongoing training, CE, and quality improvement initiatives Required Skills Chairside assisting for general dentistry Dental radiography (digital X-rays) Sterilization and infection control Dental charting and EHR use Four-handed dentistry techniques Impression taking and model prep Instrument and operatory setup Patient education and post-op instructions Scheduling and basic front office support Inventory and supply management