Dental Assistant
Company: North County Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Competitive
salary Dental insurance Paid time off Training & development
Company parties Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement
Benefits/Perks Careers Advancement Opportunities Flexible
Scheduling Competitive Compensation 401K Paid Time Off Sick Pay
Summary We are a periodontal practice seeking a qualified and
caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant,
you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel
like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during
exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as
scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate is a Dental Assistant
(DA) with a current x-ray license and has at least two years of
experience. We utilize digital charts, digital radiographs, digital
intraoral camera, CBCT, and Trios intraoral scanning. If youre
friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental
experience, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: Welcome
patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions
they have Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for
exams and procedures Clean and sterilize operatory after each
treatment is completed Assist dentist during procedures and exams
with emphasis on maintaining high clinical standards and patient
comfort Take diagnostic quality dental x-rays Provide patient
education on oral hygiene and post-operative care Maintain accurate
and up-to-date dental records using dental software Open Dental
Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
maintaining high standards of infection control and cleanliness Be
engaged in procedures; learn to anticipate the needs of the Doctor
and patient Arrive and run on time, making sure the Doctors and
patients time is never wasted Monitor, order, and maintain stock of
dental supplies Learn setup for each procedure with correct
materials/instruments Routine maintenance of dental equipment Light
office cleaning Shutting down and closing the office at the end of
the day Qualifications Associates Degree from a school certified by
the Commission on Dental Accreditation X-ray Certification is
required Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required
Strong computer and data entry skills Excellent communication and
customer service skills Ability to provide high-quality patient
care Spanish speaking is a plus Experience in Open Dental is a
bonus Having had surgical experience is a bonus
Keywords: North County Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, Pasadena , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Oceanside, California
