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Dental Assistant

Independence Dental Services LP
Posted 25 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Sonoma, CA, US

Salary

$25 - $35 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Dena Marcus DDS is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join their team in Sonoma, CA.
  • The ideal candidate should have experience in chairside support and be passionate about patient care, with a focus on maintaining a clean clinical environment.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting the dentist during procedures, patient communication, and ensuring sterilization and infection control protocols are followed.
  • Candidates must have a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification, with X-ray certification preferred, along with strong communication skills.
  • The position offers a salary of $20-$30 per hour and requires at least one year of relevant experience.

Dena Marcus DDS - 644 3rd St W, Sonoma, CA 95476

Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-3pm

Join Dena Marcus, DDS, a patient-centered family dental practice in historic Sonoma wine country. We're a small, owner-led team dedicated to prevention, patient comfort, and comprehensive care. You'll work in a modern, low-anxiety environment where your skills and relationships with patients truly matter. If you're seeking a slower pace, community belonging, and a career built on genuine patient care, this is your opportunity. Sonoma offers 40 minutes to San Francisco, 500+ wineries, hiking, farmers markets, and a deliberately walkable, tight-knit community. Earn California-competitive wages while living a life that doesn't sacrifice weekends or peace of mind.


Responsibilities
  • Assist dentist with chairside clinical procedures (scaling, polishing, retraction, suctioning, instrument passing)
  • Prepare operatories and sterilize instruments following CDC and California infection control protocols
  • Take and develop intraoral and extraoral X-rays using digital equipment
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care; support anxiety management
  • Manage patient intake, scheduling, and basic front-desk support as needed
  • Maintain accurate clinical and treatment records
  • Support community health initiatives and patient relationship building
Required Qualifications
  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential
  • 1+ years of experience in a general dentistry practice
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid California Dental Assistant license or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
  • Strong interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to patient comfort and care
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment and adapt to procedural changes
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs

Ready to make a change? Apply today.  We're excited to meet you and discuss how your career fits into Sonoma Family Dentistry.




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