Location: Glendale, CA Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Wage: $25 - $35

Required Qualifications

● High School Diploma or Equivalent

● Completion of a Dental Assistant Program

● CPR/BLS Certification from an American Heart Association or equivalent provider.

● Completion of a Board-approved 8-hour Infection Control course and 2-hour Dental Practice Act course (within the 1st year of employment

● Radiography Certification approved by the California Dental Board (Preferred)

● Knowledge of California Dental Practice Act

● Minimum 3 years of clinical experience preferred.

● Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and dental imaging systems.

● Excellent communication, organization, and patient care skills.

Job Responsibilities

(All tasks performed under general or direct supervision, as required by the Dental Board of California.)

Patient Care & Clinical Support

● Welcome and prepare patients, explain procedures, and review medical/dental histories

● Take vital signs; educate patients on oral hygiene and post-op care

● Provide chairside assistance during exams and procedures (e.g., fillings, extractions)

● Under Direct Supervision: apply topical anesthetics, take/process X-rays (if certified), chart with mouth mirror, take intra/extraoral photos, assist with matrix bands, dry canals, remove dentist-placed sutures, remove excess cement (extraorally), and fabricate temporary crowns outside the mouth

Sterilization & Infection Control

● Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; log spore tests

● Follow OSHA/CDC protocols and maintain infection control logs

● Disinfect operatories and prep instruments between patients

● Monitor PPE and enforce safety compliance

Administrative & Front Office Support

● Schedule/confirm appointments and manage referrals

● Assist with check-in/out and maintain accurate clinical documentation

● Support inventory and supply ordering

Compliance & Professional Standards

● Maintain required certifications (e.g., BLS/CPR)

● Follow HIPAA and confidentiality rules

● Comply with office policies and participate in continuing education

The absence of specific duties in this description does not exclude them from the role if they are similar, related, or logically associated with the position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned or requested by management or executive leadership as needed.