Dental Assistant - Torrance

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Torrance, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will support dentists during procedures and ensure efficient office operations while maintaining a welcoming environment for young patients. Responsibilities include taking X-rays, performing coronal polishing, maintaining patient records, and strictly adhering to infection control and sterilization protocols.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Dental Assistant who is passionate about creating positive experiences for patients and their families. Must be a team player, have strong interpersonal skills, and have enthusiasm for working with children. Current Dental Assistant (DA) Certification: Radiation/CPR/Infection Control is required.

Job Description

✨ Dental Assistant (DA)✨
Join Our Smiling Team! 🦷

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces is looking for a skilled and friendly Dental Assistant (DA) who shares our passion for creating positive experiences for patients and their families.

Why Join Us?

Our practice has been a trusted leader in pediatric dental care since 2013, proudly serving children and their families with exceptional service. Our success is built on the dedication of our team, with a culture rooted in collaboration, compassion, and continuous growth. Here's why you'll love working with us:

  • Competitive Pay: Your talent deserves great rewards! We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience along with performance-based bonuses.
  • Awesome Benefits: Our employees enjoy paid Vacations, 401K, and Medical/Dental/Vision coverage.
  • Room to Grow: Training, mentorship, and real career advancement await!
  • Make a Difference: Your skills will play a key role in improving our young patients’ smiles while creating a memorable experience each visit!
  • Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a fun team that values collaboration and support. We work together to provide the best care for our patients.

About the Role:

As a Dental Assistant, you will work directly with dentists and patients to assist with dental procedures and ensure a smooth and efficient workflow in the office. You will play a critical role in helping patients achieve their best smile by assisting with dental procedures, providing excellent patient care, and supporting office operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, building trust with young patients and their families for a stress-free visit.
  • Educate children and their parents on proper oral care and the importance of regular dental checkups, making learning fun and accessible.
  • Take X-rays and complete coronal polishing
  • Accurately maintain patient records, ensuring thorough charting and documentation.
  • Keep the clinical area well-organized, strictly following infection control protocols, such as regular sterilization of instruments, to maintain safety and hygiene.
  • Prepare treatment rooms prior to patient arrival by ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready and available.

What We're Looking For:

  • Current Dental Assistant (DA) Certification: Radiation/CPR/Infection Control
  • Availability to work on weekends
  • Positive and friendly attitude

Skills:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Team Player
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and their families.

Ready to Make a Difference? 🌟

APPLY NOW!

Visit Our Website 👉 https://childrenshappyteeth.com/

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces

At Children’s Happy Teeth and Braces, we provide the best quality care for all children - including infants, toddlers, and teens in a family friendly environment. Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized field of dental treatment, revolving around the dental care needs of children. A good pediatric dentist has taken specialized classes and additional training beyond that of most regular or general dentists, in order to learn about the best treatment for pediatric or children's dental problems. Our number one priority is our patient's well-being. We implement all the tools available to make sure you have a comfortable experience during your dental visit. Our offices are conveniently located in the cities of La Mirada, Lakewood, Torrance, West Los Angeles, and Placentia. Each location fully utilizes the latest state-of-the-art dental equipment and technology. We look forward to welcoming you to our dental family. Your family’s happiness is our mission!
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