Entry Level Dental Assistant / Sterilizer
West Coast Dental Services · Hawthorne, CA · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
- Aid dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Take digital X-rays in compliance with CA radiology standards
- Chart procedures and document clinical notes accurately
- Provide patient education on post-treatment care and oral hygiene
- Maintain inventory and assist with ordering dental supplies
- Ensure OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control compliance
- Support front office when needed to enhance patient experience
Qualifications
- Active California Dental Assistant certification (as required by state law)
- X-ray certification (California compliant)
- CPR/BLS certification
- Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
- Experience with Denticon or similar dental software preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus