Job Description

**Offering a $1000 sign-on bonus**

Our team is driven to provide the most optimal care to our patients, we treat every individual with the utmost compassion, understanding and respect. We strive to supply the highest level of safety and infection control for our personal protection and the protection of our patients. Our goal is to provide gentle dental care in a welcoming, professional environment.

We provide comprehensive solutions for our patients’ oral health needs. Believing in the importance of listening to our patients, we take the time to truly understand each person’s needs, goals, and lifestyle. By understanding our patients’ objectives, we can provide solutions that will improve their health while transforming their smile into something bright and beautiful.

Why work at Rockaway Beach Dental?

• Our office is located right on the beach so coming to work the windows are often open letting in the ocean breeze and hearing the calming sound of the ocean.
• Also, Rockaway Beach Dental is located less than one mile from the beachside Taco Bell that has been renovated with beach side dinning for a relaxing lunch break!

Registered Dental Assistants are 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, Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice.

Rockaway Beach Dental is open to newly graduated Dental Assistants who are looking to start their Dental Assisting career at this awesome beach side office.

Compensation Range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour based on experience

Qualifications:

• Prior Dental Assistant experience 1 years preferred
• Prior working experience with Dentrix highly preferred
• Experience with Invisalign and iTero scanning highly preferred
• Dental Assistant Certificate required in California 
• X-ray certification where state regulations specify

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

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

Benefits We Offer: 

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Health and Vision Insurance 
• Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program 
• Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident) 
• Paid Scrub Allowance 
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities 

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.