Dental Assistant

General Overview

North Tahoe Dental | Truckee, CA  is growing and adding a Full-Time Dental Assistant to our team! We are willing to train motivated candidates and help them obtain the certifications needed to become a Dental Assistant.

If you're dependable, eager to learn, and enjoy working with people in a team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule: Schedule can be Part Time OR Full time

• Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
• Tuesday 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Wednesday 7:30am - 4:00pm 
• Thursday 7:30am - 3:00pm
• Friday 7:30am - 2:30 pm 

What We're Looking For

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Dependable and punctual
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player who supports coworkers and patients
• Takes initiative and follows through on tasks
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Receptive to coaching, feedback, and direction
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong sense of accountability

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Chairside assistance during dental procedures
• Direct patient care and support
• Clinical support for doctors and patients
• Sterilization and infection control procedures
• Dental lab work
• Taking dental radiographs (we can assist with certification)
• Assisting with treatment planning
• Administrative tasks during downtime
• Maintaining treatment rooms and supplies

Qualifications

No dental experience required—we will train the right candidate!

Our experienced team is committed to helping you succeed and grow in your career.

Compensation

$22–$28 per hour DOE 

Pay increases available as certifications are obtained and skills advance.

Benefits

• Full-time position
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health insurance beginning the first month after hire
• Dental benefits after 90 days

Responsibilities

As part of our team you will be responsible for the following (not limited to):

• Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room.
• Assist the doctor in providing care to the patient.
• Be knowledgeable of existing and emerging technologies and clinical initiatives that impact the back-office experience.
• Actively monitor lab materials and supplies.
• Develop a relationship with the patient.
• Follow all OSHA/HIPAA guidelines.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and prepare treatment rooms as needed.
• Take, expose, and mount high quality dental radiographs.
• Contribute to the team in achieving business objectives to accomplish goals.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Apply today and learn how you would be a great fit for our amazing dental team!

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.