Dental Assistant

Our growing private dental practice in Pacific Beach, CA is looking for a friendly, motivated Dental Assistant to join our high-quality, patient-centered team. This is a full-time position, MondayThursday , offering a positive work environment, modern technology, and opportunities to learn and grow.

We welcome candidates with chairside dental assisting experience and light front office skills , or a willingness to learn administrative duties.

• Assist the dentist during exams and dental procedures with efficient chairside support
• Prepare and maintain clean, sterile treatment rooms following infection control protocols
• Take digital dental X-rays , intraoral photos, and digital impressions/scans
• Support procedures including general, restorative, cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care
• Maintain accurate electronic dental records and patient charts
• Assist with instrument sterilization, equipment maintenance, and inventory management
• Provide excellent patient care and customer service through clear communication
• Support the front office with light administrative duties as needed

• X-ray certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures
• Experience assisting with a variety of dental procedures
• Familiarity with Dentrix, Invisalign, and iTero (preferred but not required)
• Strong teamwork, organization, and communication skills

• Full-time schedule: MondayThursday
• Modern private dental practice with advanced technology
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development

Benefits:

Medical, 401k, PTO, Bonuses

Compensation:

• $23-$27/hour