Job Description
Join Our Dynamic Dental Team in San Francisco!
Sunset Family Dentistry is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our practice. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in patients' smiles, we want to meet you.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside during examinations, procedures, and surgeries.
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments and equipment according to strict safety protocols.
- Take and develop dental X-rays and digital images.
- Manage patient records, including updating medical histories and insurance information.
- Greet patients warmly, manage the front desk, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming clinic environment.
Qualifications
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or DANB certification preferred.
- 1-2 years of clinical experience in a general dentistry setting.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and sterilization techniques.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with patients.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.