About us
Tooth + Tongue Dental is a small business in Walnut Creek, CA. We are professional, agile, professional and our goal is to Our boutique pediatric practice has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled RDA for surgical assisting. We are looking for a part-time and full-time R.D.A. with minimum 2 years experience with strong work ethic and a fun positive attitude. Candidate must possess a desire to develop new professional skills. Assistants must be able to communicate clearly and take instructions. Spanish speaking preferred but not required. Dental Assistants must be able to assist with all routine pediatric dental procedures under sedation..
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
- Modern office setting
**Overview:**
We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in surgical dental assisting and possess knowledge of pediatric dental procedures and terminology.
**Duties:**
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Set up and prepare equipment and instruments
- Take X-rays and perform lab tasks as instructed
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
- Maintain accurate patient records
**Experience:**
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or in a related role is preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and diagnosis
- Familiarity with dental software systems such as Eaglesoft or Epic
- Ability to perform four-handed dentistry efficiently
- Proficiency in infection control procedures
- Experience working in a dental clinic setting is a plus
**Skills:**
-Must be comfortable in surgical environment and work around inhaled anesthetics
- X-Ray proficiency
- Four-handed dentistry experience
- Anatomy knowledge
- Infection control expertise
- Experience in a surgical environment
- Familiarity with Dentrix
This is a paid position with opportunities for professional growth. If you meet the qualifications and are looking to advance your career in Dentistry, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.85 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Anesthesiology
- Pediatrics
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Walnut Creek, CA 94596: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person