Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant

We are a private practice in the Bay Area with over 20 years of history serving our local Oakland community. We are looking for an energetic, reliable dental assistant to join our Lake Merritt Dental family. Candidates should be a team player with excellent communication skills and great chairside manners.

Required Characteristics:

• Go-getters, can work both independently but also follow office regulations
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to be flexible
• Positive attitude
• Dependability and integrity
• Willingness to learn and grow with our team
• 5 years of dental assisting experience

Main Duties Include but are not Limited to:

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for dental procedures
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Take xrays
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
• Record medical and dental histories
• Provide postoperative instructions prescribed and directed by doctors
• Record treatment information in patient records
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Conduct work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety, and OSHA guidelines
• Participate in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient service

License/Certification:

• Coronal polish and xray certificate (Required)
• RDA license preferred (Preferred)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Commuter assistance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person