Job Description
Join our award-winning Riverside dental practice as a Part-Time Dental Assistant! We're seeking a compassionate professional to deliver exceptional patient care in our modern, patient-centered environment. Enjoy flexible scheduling while advancing your career in a supportive team atmosphere with competitive compensation and continuing education opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during complex procedures including restorative and cosmetic treatments
- Take and develop accurate dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Manage infection control protocols and sterilization of instruments
- Prepare treatment rooms and maintain dental equipment
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-procedure care
- Handle digital dental records and practice management software
- Monitor inventory and order dental supplies efficiently
Qualifications
- Current California Dental Assistant license or RDA certification
- CPR certification from an accredited institution
- Minimum 1 year clinical dental assisting experience
- Proficiency in digital radiography and imaging software
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with commitment to patient safety