Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Bakersfield, CA as a Dental Assistant! We're seeking a compassionate professional to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, technology-driven environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team culture. If you're passionate about dentistry and patient satisfaction, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients and clinical areas for dental procedures
- Assist dentists during treatments including restorative and surgical procedures
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Manage infection control protocols and sterilization
- Handle patient scheduling and documentation
- Order inventory and maintain equipment
- Provide post-operative instructions to patients
Qualifications
- CDA or RDA certification required
- 2+ years of dental assisting experience
- X-ray certification (CA State Board)
- Proficiency in Eaglesoft/Dentrix software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- BLS/CPR certification