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Experienced Dental Assistant DA/RDA
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$49,655 / year median in California
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Assistant
•No prior experience welcome to apply Griffith Family Dental is a patient-centered dental practice and dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our patients and creating a positive, collaborative workplace for our team. We value professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and continued learning. We are looking for a motivated and dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team! We offer a collaborative, supportive work environment where team members are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. Training is provided for the right candidate. If you are looking for an internship, you are welcome to apply too.
Pay rate:
$35/hr
•$40/hr
Work Hours:
Monday to Thursday 8:30am
•5:30pm and Friday 8:30am
•3:30pm.
Employment:
Part-Time / Full-Time Responsibilities Assist the dentist during procedures Take accurate clinical notes and maintain patient records Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories Follow proper infection control protocols Take dental X-rays Provide excellent patient care and communication Help open and close the clinical side. Qualifications Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good note-taking and organizational skills Infection Control Certificate required X-Ray Safety Certificate required Positive attitude and willingness to learn Team-oriented and dependable Benefits Flexible part-time or full-time opportunities Dental benefits Sick leave / PTO Continuing Education (CE) tuition support IRA
•retirement plan Annual scrubs allowance Collaborative and friendly work environment On-the-job training provided Holiday Pay (Full time)
Location:
In person Please provide a detailed resume. We will set an in-person interview on a weekday.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings