**Job Overview:**
We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. Hours are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30-4:30 PM. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures and help provide quality patient care in a dental office setting.
**Responsibilities:**
- Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures
- Take and record patients' vital signs
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Perform dental receptionist duties when needed
- Utilize Dentrix software for scheduling and record-keeping
**Requirements:**
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or relevant role
- Knowledge of medical coding and terminology
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
- Ability to take medical imaging (X-rays)
- Proficiency in assisting with various dental procedures
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Nice-to-have Skills:
- Experience with medical records management
- Previous work as a dental receptionist
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques
Benefits: 401k, profit sharing and matching, paid holidays and sick pay, paid time off, health care stipend.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 27 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Los Gatos, CA 95032 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Los Gatos, CA 95032: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person