Job Description
Join Smile Dental Group as a Dental Assistant in Santa Ana, CA and become an integral part of our award-winning practice! We're seeking a compassionate professional to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. This direct-hire position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about dentistry and committed to patient satisfaction, apply today to join our dynamic team!
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during clinical procedures, including instrument preparation and patient monitoring
- Perform chairside duties such as suctioning, mixing materials, and taking dental impressions
- Manage sterilization protocols and infection control procedures per OSHA standards
- Take and develop diagnostic X-rays with digital imaging technology
- Prepare treatment rooms, ensuring all instruments and supplies are properly stocked
- Administer patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Maintain accurate patient records and digital charting in practice management software
Qualifications
- Current California Dental Assistant certification or RDA license
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a dental practice
- Proficiency in digital radiography (X-ray) and imaging software
- Strong knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols
- Excellent chairside manner and patient communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Eaglesoft or Dentrix practice management systems preferred
- CPR certification required