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Chairside Dental Assistant – $30-$36/hr | 4-Day Work Week with Benefits
Rockridge Family Dentistry - Sherin M. Yuan, DDS
About the role
Overview
Our boutique dental practice is looking for a Chairside Dental Assistant who is trained in 4-handed dentistry and back-office duties for general dentistry delivering patient-centric comprehensive care. We are looking for an assistant that is humble, possesses high standards, follows instructions, and respects established dental office systems.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $30 - $36 per hour
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Benefit
- Medical Stipend Benefit
- Paid Holidays
Schedule
- Monday through Thursday (4-day work week!)
- Hours: 7:15 am - 5:00 pm (with 1-hour lunch break)
Responsibilities
- Provide 4-handed chairside assistance to the dentist during a variety of general dentistry procedures
- Take and process dental X-rays accurately and safely
- Perform sterilization and infection control duties in compliance with protocols
- Navigate Practice Management Software (Eaglesoft Knowledge preferred but not required)
- Prepare and set-up procedural trays and treatment rooms
- Assist in equipment maintenance and inventory management
- Communicate with and manage patients in a mature and professional manner
- Seat and Route Patients for Treatment Appointments
Requirements
- DANB X-ray Certification (required)
- Dental Assistant Certification (required)
- CPR/BLS Certification (required)
- Hepatitis B Vaccination (required)
Possess the following traits:
- Humble, Flexible, and Able to Work with All Personality Types
- Coachable and Learns Quickly
- Strong Problem-Solving Skills and Good Judgment
- Professional and Mature Communication Skills
- Exemplary Customer Service Attitude
- Ability to Multi-task and Take Initiative
- Has Friendly and Helpful Attitude
About the Company
We are a quality-oriented, modern practice focused on delivering comprehensive care. Our small team has been with the solo doctor for nearly two decades and we offer a collaborative team environment. We are located in the charming Temescal/Rockridge District of Oakland, blocks from BART and close to many restaurants and stores.