Registered Dental Assistant

Job Description

At Bella Vita Dentistry we honor our patients’ trust and strive to enrich the lives of others through improving oral health and performing impeccable cosmetic and restorative dental work. We are here to serve the patient and community to maintain the highest reputation in our field. We are a cosmetic dentist in Hillcrest that offers services like Invisalign®, Veneers, Dental Implants, Zoom Teeth Whitening and more. We also perform emergency dentist in Hillcrest services that include root canals, crowns, sedation dentistry, and bridges. As a local dentist in Hillcrest, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

Job Description

This Registered Dental Assistant is an integral member of our team and help foster our clinically led culture. From being the doctor’s right hand, to having the ability to connect with patients, and striving to provide the best patient experience, Registered Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45AM - 5PM - No Weekends!!

Qualifications

• Prior Dental Assistant experience required 2 - 4 years
• Prior experience with Dentrix Highly Preferred
• Dental Assistant Certificate in California required
• X-ray certification where state regulations specify

Benefits:

• 3 Weeks Collective Paid Time Off & 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits
• 401k Match
• Professional Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures while helping patients feel comfortable
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Provide patients with follow-up instructions following all dental treatment procedures
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health

Additional information

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, leaning, and bending. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.