Dental Assistant

Fullerton, California | Direct Hire | $25–$28 per Hour (DOE) A-Team Dental Staffing has partnered with an established, patient-focused dental practice in Fullerton, California, to recruit an experienced, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant for a direct-hire opportunity. With 13 years of practice history, this dental office offers a welcoming, team-oriented environment where quality patient care, clinical efficiency, and teamwork are highly valued. The ideal candidate is a confident, organized, and compassionate dental professional with strong chairside assisting skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to support a wide variety of general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures. Schedule Monday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Thursday–Sunday: To be confirmed Staff are expected to arrive 10 minutes before the first patient. Schedule reflects the practice's submitted hours. Actual working days, breaks, and total weekly hours will be confirmed. Compensation $25–$28 per hour, depending on experience (DOE) Compensation based on dental assisting experience, qualifications, and clinical skills Direct-hire opportunity Practice Environment Established general and comprehensive dental practice 13 years in practice Team-oriented, patient-centered culture 1 dental provider Approximately 3 team members 4 operatories PPO and fee-for-service (UCR) patients Personalized patient care in a collaborative clinical setting Comprehensive general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical dental services Responsibilities Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance during dental procedures Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment before appointments Assist with general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures Support crown and bridge procedures, composite restorations, and other restorative treatments Assist with extractions, implant procedures, and root canal treatments according to experience and authorized duties Maintain familiarity with surgical instruments, sterile setups, and clinical protocols Anticipate the dentist's needs to maintain efficient workflow Capture diagnostic radiographs when appropriately certified or licensed Assist with digital impressions and iTero scanning Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation Educate patients regarding procedures, postoperative instructions, and oral hygiene Follow infection control, sterilization, and OSHA safety protocols Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment rooms Assist with clinical inventory and supply management Work collaboratively with the dentist and administrative team Perform duties within the applicable California dental assisting scope of practice Practice Software and Technology PracticeWeb – Practice management software iTero – Digital impressions and scanning Vatech – Panoramic imaging Hiossen – Dental implant system WaveOne – Root canal treatment system CareCredit and Cherry – Patient financing platforms Experience with PracticeWeb and digital dental technology is preferred but not required. Dental Services The practice offers a comprehensive range of dental services, including: General and preventive dentistry Cosmetic dentistry Crown and bridge Composite fillings Dental extractions Dental implant placement Root canal therapy Stainless steel crowns Pulpotomy procedures Partial and complete dentures Fixed screw-retained dentures Invisalign Periodontal care The Ideal Candidate We are seeking a Dental Assistant who is confident, dependable, proactive, organized, and genuinely passionate about patient care. The successful candidate will be comfortable assisting with a variety of dental procedures, supporting a busy clinical workflow, and helping maintain a positive patient experience. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with a dentist, takes initiative without constant direction, and values teamwork, professionalism, and quality dentistry. Qualified Dental Assistants are encouraged to apply confidentially with an updated résumé. Requirements Previous dental assisting experience preferred Strong four-handed chairside assisting skills Experience with general and restorative dental procedures Familiarity with oral surgery and implant assisting highly desirable Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and clinical terminology Understanding of infection control and sterilization protocols Experience with digital radiography preferred Familiarity with PracticeWeb is a plus iTero scanning experience is a plus Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Excellent communication and patient-care skills Dependable, punctual, professional, and detail-oriented Comfortable working in a smaller, collaborative dental team Ability to anticipate the dentist's needs and maintain efficient patient flow Required certifications and permits appropriate to assigned duties under California law Benefits Dental benefits Vacation pay Benefit eligibility and additional details will be discussed during the hiring process.