What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Riverside Dental?
At Riverside Dental, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a professional, team-oriented environment. We value clinical excellence, attention to detail, and creating a workplace where people are supported, respected, and proud of the care they deliver. We are growing and looking for a skilled Surgical Dental Assistant to join our team.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Personalized patient care with time to do things right
- Focus on clinical excellence and professional growth
- Fast-growing surgical practice offering advanced procedures
What You’ll Do
- Assist primarily in All-on-X (AOX) and full-arch surgeries, as well as wisdom teeth extractions, sinus grafts, biopsies, and other related oral surgery procedures
- Provide surgical assistance 1–2 days per week, including operatory setup, chairside assistance, and breakdown
- Assist with hybrid deliveries, initial records, and post-operative visits
- Prepare operatories, surgical trays, and materials, including general anesthesia cases
- Support sterilization and instrument processing while maintaining strict OSHA and infection-control
Job standards
- Assist with post-operative patient care, instructions, and follow-up communication
- Complete post-operative phone calls and help monitor patient recovery
- Support clinical coordination, including scheduling, charting, and documentation
- Obtain and track required medical clearances for general anesthesia cases
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
- Contribute to a calm, professional, patient-focused surgical environment
Skills & Experience
- Experience assisting in oral surgery; AOX / full-arch experience strongly preferred
- Comfortable assisting with general anesthesia, IV sedation, and oxygen administration (as permitted by state regulations)
- Proficient with CBCT, panoramic, and periapical radiographs
- Knowledge of sterilization protocols, autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and instrument maintenance
- Familiarity with hybrid restorations, surgical workflows, and post-operative protocols
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical setting
- Training will be provided for qualified candidates in areas where additional experience is needed
What You Need
- Graduate of an accredited Dental Assisting program
- Minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience
- CPR certification
Benefits
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health and vision insurance
- Employer-paid dental insurance, life insurance, EAP, and Care.com membership
- Supplemental insurance options (disability, critical illness, accident)
- Paid scrub allowance
- Opportunities for career growth and development
At Riverside Dental, you’re not just taking the next step in your career — you’re joining a team that values quality care, professionalism, and long-term success.
Apply today — we’d love to meet you.
Pay Based on experience
Work Location: In person