Experienced Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Experienced Dental Assistant role is onsite in Sunnyvale, CA. Compensation is $35–$40 per hour. Griffith Family Dental is a patient-centered practice providing comprehensive dental care in a supportive environment. The assistant supports the dentist and clinical team by preparing treatment areas, assisting during procedures, maintaining patient records, and helping deliver patient care. The role also supports infection control and patient communication throughout the visit.

What you'll do

• Assist the dentist during procedures
• take clinical notes and maintain patient records
• prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories
• follow infection-control protocols
• take dental X-rays
• communicate with patients
• help open and close the clinical area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

experienced dental assistant

dental care

patient records

dental x-rays

infection control

sunnyvale ca

griffith family dental

$35–$40/hr

monday–friday schedule

training provided

dental benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental benefits
• sick leave/PTO
• continuing education tuition support
• IRA retirement plan
• annual scrubs allowance
• on-the-job training
• holiday pay for full-time employees.

Why this role

Training is provided, and applicants seeking an internship are welcome. Infection Control Certificate and X-Ray Safety Certificate are required. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

About the employer

Griffith Family Dental is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.