Dental Assistant

About the role

Gold Coast Dental is a privately owned dental practice dedicated to providing quality patient care in a professional and supportive environment. We are seeking a full-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant (DA) to join our clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to treatment rooms.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures and help ensure their comfort.
• Set up treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Clean, sterilize, and organize instruments in accordance with infection control standards.
• Aid the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
• Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories.
• Update and maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with scheduling, documentation, and payment processing as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or Dental Assistant experience, as required by state regulations.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and sterilization techniques.
• Understanding of infection control and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to perform expanded duties permitted by certification, including coronal polishing, is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Additional certifications or continuing education are a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.