We are seeking a full-time Dental Assistant (40 hours/week) to join our busy dental office in Sunnyvale. The ideal candidate will help create an efficient, welcoming, and comfortable experience for patients while supporting the clinical team in delivering high-quality care. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with dental practice management software. Candidates should be able to follow directions carefully and adhere to all dental office protocols and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience with Invisalign attachment placement and iTero scanning is required
- Surgical assisting experience is a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base pay
- Benefits package
- 401(k) Matching Plan
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome patients in a professional and friendly manner
- Prepare patients for exams and treatments while ensuring their comfort
- Set up and organize instruments, equipment, and materials for procedures
- Sterilize and maintain instruments according to safety regulations
- Assist the dentist and RDA with four-handed dentistry procedures
- Complete laboratory tasks as directed
- Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment area
- Schedule patient appointments and manage daily workflow
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment processing
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant
- Hands-on experience with dental instruments and sterilization techniques
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a dental setting
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical duties, such as coronal polishing, is a plus
- Strong computer and software skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
- High school diploma required; graduation from an accredited dental assistant program preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you commit to working monday to friday 9 am to 6pm.
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
