What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant - $23-$28/hour position at Santa Fe Dental Group?
Santa Fe Dental Group is seeking a motivated and dependable Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced, patient-centered dental practice! With two locations and over 10 years of experience, we proudly serve a predominantly Hispanic community and are committed to delivering outstanding dental care in a welcoming, professional environment.
If you’re passionate about dentistry and want to be part of a supportive and growth-focused team, we want to meet you!
Why Work at Santa Fe Dental Group?
- Fast-Paced, Friendly Team Environment – We value teamwork and efficiency, while always putting our patients first.
- Opportunities to Grow – As we expand and introduce new procedures, we invest in training and learning for our team.
- Great Compensation & Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, medical insurance, paid time off, bonuses, and room for advancement.
- Bilingual? That’s a Plus! – Many of our patients are Spanish-speaking, so bilingual candidates are highly valued.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Assist the dentist during a variety of clinical procedures
- Take and process digital dental x-rays
- Sterilize and prepare instruments and rooms according to OSHA guidelines
- Chart procedures and maintain accurate patient records
- Provide post-op instructions and educate patients on oral health
- Support front office staff as needed for efficient patient flow
What We’re Looking For:
- Active California Dental Assistant License
- Valid California X-ray certification
- CPR/BLS certification
- At least 1 year of experience preferred (new graduates welcome!)
- Familiarity with dental software (experience with Dentrix is a plus)
- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly preferred
If you’re ready to make a difference in patients’ lives and be part of a growing team that values your skills and contributions, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re excited to welcome you to the Santa Fe Dental Group family!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Location 1: 750 Stony Point Rd A-130, Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Location 2: 765 Baywood Dr Ste 101, Petaluma, CA 94954
Skills:
- General Practice
- Bilingual
- Dentrix Ascend
- Spanish
Benefits:
- Medical
- 401k
- PTO
- Bonuses
Compensation:
- $23-$28/hour
Salary : $23 - $28