Dental Assistant

Patient-centered and wellness-focused dental practice with a great team environment searching for a motivated, positive Registered Dental Assistant or Certified Dental Assistant for 5 days (Monday through Friday) in Camarillo, CA for $23-30/hour + check out our benefits

We are a fast-paced, growing PPO and fee-for-service private practice that offers the best in dentistry for our area. Ranked a top practice year after year, we provide laser periodontal therapy, biomimetic enamel regeneration, therapeutic Botox for TMD, sleep apnea testing and treatment, laser dentistry, implant placement and restorations and much well as fun giveaways/contests, team incentives and wellness activities.

We are looking for a dynamic, compassionate, and organized individual who is excited to join our team. We are looking for someone who is self directed, exudes confidence, and cares about their patients and wants to form relationships with them. You must have excellent communication skills and work well in a team.

We Care about Our Team:

• Competitive Pay: $23-30 per hour
• Mental Health Days
• Guilt-Free Paid Time Off after longevity shown - we all deserve a break to recharge
• 401(k) with 4% matching and loan to secure your future
• Frequent reviews to ensure your continued satisfaction
• Paid lunches, continuing education to meet your requirements, training
• Daily and monthly bonuses
• Never asked to clock out or not be paid for an open schedule
• Advanced and new, working technology and equipment
• Therapy dog for smiles and cuddles
• We give back to our community via pro bono services, sponsorship of local teams and causes such as Alzheimer's Association and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment according to aseptic techniques.
• Take and arrange digital dental X-rays, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Manage patient appointments and assist with front desk duties as needed, including dental receptionist tasks.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Conduct vital signs checks and assist with medical imaging when necessary.
• Utilize EMR systems such as Dentrix Ascend for patient management and record keeping.
• Support pediatric dentistry procedures by providing compassionate care to younger patients.
• Stay updated on dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and advancements in dental technology such as 3D scanners (iTero), EZRay, CBCT, etc.

Skills

• Proficiency in four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency during procedures.
• Knowledge of general dentistry practices, including Invisalign, Zoom
• Familiarity with dental coding, records management, and documentation processes.
• Experience in infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dental clinic environment while demonstrating excellent organizational skills.
• Previous experience in pediatric dentistry is a plus but not required.

Our perfect registered dental assistant / certified dental assistant will be:

• Self-motivated, quick-learner
• An excellent communicator
• Positive/Optimistic with a go-getter attitude
• Career-minded, wants to join a work family
• Prefer cross-trained as a front office coordinator

We LOVE positivity, team players, and people who want to grow and be better people

Join us on this exciting journey and be a key player in providing top-notch dental care while having a blast doing it. Our work days are typically Monday through Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm and Fridays 8:30am-4:30pm. Apply now and let's enjoy working together

Pay: $ $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person