Job Description
Job DescriptionExperienced Dental Assistant (DA)Cedar Dental Clinic | Rialto, CA
Hourly Pay: $24–$28, Based on Experience
Looking for a dental office where you can truly be part of the team? We'd love to meet you!
Cedar Dental Clinic is looking for an experienced, dependable, and enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our small, privately owned dental practice!
We are a welcoming, three-chair office where quality patient care, teamwork, and creating positive patient experiences matter. You'll work directly alongside one dentist, allowing you to build a great working relationship, stay organized, and be an important part of the daily flow of the practice.
We aren't a large corporate office with multiple doctors and a revolving door of patients. We're a smaller practice that values consistency, communication, and having the right people on our team.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assist the doctor chairside during a variety of dental procedures.
- Comfortably pack gingival retraction cord for restorative procedures.
- Fabricate, trim, and finish temporary crowns.
- Assist with crown and bridge procedures, restorative dentistry, and other general dental treatments.
- Take dental X-rays and maintain accurate patient records.
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards.
- Anticipate the doctor's needs and keep procedures running smoothly.
- Help patients feel comfortable and cared for throughout their appointments.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient clinical environment.
What We're Looking For
- Previous dental assisting experience is required.
- Must be confident and experienced with packing cord and making temporary crowns.
- Strong chairside assisting skills and the ability to anticipate the doctor's needs.
- Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and terminology.
- Excellent communication and a positive, professional attitude.
- Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.
- A team player who is comfortable working in a small private practice setting.
Our Schedule
- Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Weekends off!
What We Offer
- $24–$28 per hour, depending on experience and skill level.
- A small, private practice environment.
- Work directly with one dentist.
- A consistent schedule and a close-knit team.
- The opportunity to build a meaningful working relationship with the doctor and team.
- An office where your experience, skills, and contributions are valued.
The Right Fit Matters!
We're looking for someone who is confident in their clinical abilities, enjoys what they do, and wants to be part of a practice where everyone works together.
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys hands-on dentistry, takes pride in delivering excellent patient care, and is looking for a welcoming office environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Come join the Cedar Dental Clinic team!
To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your dental assisting experience, especially your experience with packing cord and fabricating temporary crowns.
Skills:
- Dentrix
Compensation:
- $24-$28/hour