Full-time Dental Assistant - CalSmile Family Dental - San Jose, CA

Dental Office in West San Jose looking for a Dental Assistant. We are a very progressive, high quality, and service oriented private dental practice. Our primary focus is family and cosmetic dentistry, but offer specialty treatment in certain cases. We are looking for a Dental Assistant with a can-do attitude, who strives for efficiency and patient care. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. In this position, you will ensure excellent customer service and complete standard dental assistant duties. Experience as a dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Must be able to take X-rays Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks is a plus Basic computer skills Reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset Duties: Assisting chair-side Taking records, impressions, or x-rays Using computers to update electronic patient records Assisting with lab tasks as needed Assisting with front office tasks as needed Standard cleaning procedures for office Great Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Paid sick days Paid holidays Dental insurance Retirement plan This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction Clean -- takes pride in the upmost cleanliness of the office Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Registered Dental Assistant license (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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