Job Description

Job Location: Colusa Dental - Colusa, CA 95932
Position Type: Per Diem
Salary Range: $23.61 - $27.60 Hourly

PER DIEM POSITION -
Job

Summary:
Under the supervision of the RDA Lead, the Dental Assistant supports dentists and dental hygienists by assisting with patient care, dental procedures, sterilization, and patient education. This role helps ensure efficient clinic flow while delivering high-quality, patient-centered dental services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet, seat, and dismiss patients; maintain steady patient flow
- Assist dentists and hygienists chairside during procedures
- Take, scan, and transfer digital X-rays
- Prepare treatment rooms; sterilize instruments and maintain clean operatories
- Provide oral hygiene instruction and patient education
- Perform permitted duties including impressions, topical fluoride application, suture removal, and pulp testing per regulations
- Maintain dental equipment and assist with inventory and supply orders
- Document care in electronic dental records (EDR)
- Follow OSHA and infection control standards
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities
- Travel to other clinic sites as needed

Qualifications:
- High school diploma required
- Dental Assistant certificate required
- Current CPR certification
- Dental assisting experience preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced clinical environment
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for most of the workday
- Lift up to 40 lbs and push up to 100 lbs (on wheels)
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity required
- May be exposed to infectious diseases