Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team at San Jose Premier Dental Care. We are urgently hiring for a dedicated professional who is passionate about patient care and ready to make an immediate impact. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a state-of-the-art dental facility, this is the perfect role for you.
Our practice prides itself on providing exceptional dental services to the San Jose community. As a Dental Assistant, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring our patients receive the highest standard of care in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
Responsibilities
- Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during examinations and procedures by preparing instruments, materials, and maintaining a sterile field.
- Patient Management: Greet patients warmly, review their medical history, and provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
- Digital Radiography: Capture and process dental X-rays accurately while strictly adhering to radiation safety protocols.
- Infection Control: Execute rigorous sterilization and disinfection procedures to ensure a safe clinical environment for both staff and patients.
- Administrative Duties: Manage patient charts, update records, and assist with insurance verification and scheduling.
- Lab Procedures: Take impressions, pour models, and fabricate temporary crowns as directed by the dentist.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Current California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant License required.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Radiography certification.
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a general dentistry setting preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Software Proficiency: Familiarity with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Curve Dental) is highly desirable.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
- Work Ethic: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and maintain a professional demeanor under pressure.