Dental Assistant jobs in San Jose, CA

Dental Assistant assists with dental surgical and other procedures under the direct supervision of a dentist. Prepares patient and arranges instruments and supplies used for procedures. Being a Dental Assistant hands instruments to the dentist and helps during treatment. Ensures all instruments are sterile and follows infection control protocols. Additionally, Dental Assistant records treatment notes and updates patient records. May take and process x-rays. May require an associate degree in dental assisting or equivalent. Has Basic Life Support (BLS) and depending on state, may have licensing requirement. Typically reports to a dentist. The Dental Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dental Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dental Assistant
  • STORY Dental Health Center
  • San Jose, CA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

    Responsibilities

    • Welcome customers in the dental office
    • Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
    • Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
    • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
    • Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
    • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
    • Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
    • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
    • Schedule appointments
    • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

    Skills

    • Proven experience as dental assistant
    • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
    • Understanding of health & safety regulations
    • Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
    • Good computer skills
    • Excellent communication and people skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Well-organized and reliable
    • High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
    • Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Education:

    • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

    Experience:

    • Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)

    License/Certification:

    • Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
    • X-Ray Certification (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 19 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Kothary Professional Dental Corporation
  • San Jose, CA FULL_TIME
  • Join our team at EZ Dental as a Full-Time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to provide exceptional care to our patients. Responsibilities: Assist...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Hana family dental
  • San Jose, CA PART_TIME
  • Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting the dentist and ensuring the smooth operation of...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Western Dental & Orthodontics
  • San Jose, CA FULL_TIME
  • Overview: Let us help you take the next step in your career at our Western Dental/Brident Offices! For top performing Dental Assistants, Western Dental/Brident University offers Registered Dental Assi...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • All Care Dental
  • Fremont, CA PART_TIME
  • All Care Dental is looking for a Dental Assistant/Dental Office Coordinator for our busy dental practice. You will help with preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, setting up rooms, and some den...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Pacific Family Dental
  • Milpitas, CA PART_TIME
  • Do you enjoy working in a friendly environment and helping others achieve optimal oral health? Are you detail-oriented, organized, and possess excellent communication skills? If so, we want to hear fr...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Registered Dental Assistant RDA/Dental Assistant
  • Teresita L Dizon DMD Inc
  • San Jose, CA
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Dental Assistant who is able to provide outstanding patient care to our...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Bashar Azar DDS Inc
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary Assists dentist, sets up equipment, prepares patients' for treatment, and ke...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PT Dental Assisting Instructor
  • Foothill De Anza
  • Los Altos, CA
  • PT Dental Assisting Instructor HR EMPLOYMENT/CAREERS PART-TIME DENTAL ASSISTING INSTRUCTOR Foothill-De Anza Community Co...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Dental Assistant
  • Oak Meadow Dental Center
  • Los Gatos, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks 401K PTO 3-Day Weekend! Competitive Compensation Summary We are seeking a...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • HABIBI DDS PROFESSIONAL CORPOR
  • Mountain View, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Great pay for a Great applicant We are looking for a full time assistant who is familiar...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Ghaderi Koszeghy Periodontal Partnership
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Our periodontal office in Palo Alto is looking for new chairside assistant to join our t...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant
  • Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics
  • Milpitas, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Role The primary duty of the Ortho Registered Dental Assistant is to assist in the o...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
  • IDEAL DENTAL
  • San Leandro, CA
  • ***$,1000 Hiring Bonus - Apply Today!*** Golden State Smiles in San Leandro, CA is seeking a highly skilled and experien...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...
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Income Estimation for Dental Assistant jobs
$52,553 to $64,435
San Jose, California area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago

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