Dental Assistant Position in Koreatown LA

We are a boutique modern dental startup office in Koreatown Los Angeles. We are looking for a dental assistant to join our fun team. This position will initially be Mondays-Thursdays. We are looking for a dental assistant who is willing to grow with the practice- someone who is open to potentially working Fridays/ Saturdays in the future. Our team is cross- trained. We would like someone who can learn both front office and back office tasks. Since we are a startup, you will have the unique opportunity to help grow and build the office. We have an office culture that’s positive, fun, and caring- a place where our team members are happy to come to work and our patients feel cared for and are provided a quality experience. We're looking for a dental assistant who’s kind, punctual, teachable, team-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

Prepare patient treatment rooms

Sterilize and disinfect instruments

Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed

Assist the dentist during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques

Take dental x-rays

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Educate patients on oral hygiene practices

Scan patients with Itero

Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Schedule appointments and assist with payment procedures

Contribute to social media marketing

Qualifications:

● Dental assisting experience: 2-3 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

● Dental Assistant Certification (required)

● X-Ray Certification (required)

● American Heart Association or American Red Cross course in Basic Life Support (required)