Dental Assistant (DA/RDA)

Barsoum Dental is seeking a dental assistant (DA or RDA) who is ready to work in our fast-paced Southern California dental office and is able to positively contribute to our team. Candidates must be able to take initiative, problem solve and be a self-starters. Additionally, candidates must be enthusiastic and authentically enjoy helping people. Always providing excellent customer service and looking for ways to contribute to the 5-star reputation we have built with the community and online.

Applicants must have 2+ years of experience and be up to the rewards and challenges of a fast-paced, 5-star dental office.

No upselling. No recall or production goal pressure.
We use Open Dental Software and take digital x-rays using Dexis.

*** Please send us a message in Indeed telling us when you are available to come in for an interview. Tell us about yourself. Include what makes you a great candidate and why are you interested in Barsoum Dental. Resumes tend to all look the same, so this is your opportunity to stand out.

*** Please do not call the office - only contact us within Indeed.

Duties and Functions

Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
Taking dental radiographs (x-rays)
Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse
Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
Communicating with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies)
Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery
Pay:

DA Salary depends on experience, $18.00 and up.
RDA Salary depends on experience, $20.00 and up.
Additional benefits may include:

In-office dental Benefits
Medical insurance
401(K) with company matching
Sick Pay
Vacation Pay
Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person