Dental Assistant Job at Spa Creek Health in Sacramento

Dental Assistant — Spa Creek Health (Mobile Dental Clinic)

We are hiring dental assistants for part-time and full-time positions. This is a mobile role that travels to senior care facilities to provide dental and hygiene services on-site. Compensation is per day (typical shifts are 8 or 10 hours).

Dental Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist with dental procedures.
• Prepare the patient for dental procedures.
• Prepare equipment and instruments for use during dental procedures.
• Follow sterilization and safety procedures while assisting in dental procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, and store equipment used during dental procedures.
• Transport equipment and supplies to and from clinic sites.

Hours and logistics: arrive at the storage office by 8:00 AM, transport mobile equipment to the senior care facility, and return equipment for sterilization at the end of the day. Mileage and tolls are reimbursed.

Dental Assistant Requirements:

• Must hold current x-ray certification with a minimum of 2 years of experience in dental assisting.
• Must enjoy working with elderly patients; geriatric experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be willing and able to transport equipment in your own personal vehicle (a standard 4-door sedan is typically sufficient; SUV or crossover may be preferable).

Salary and Schedule:

• Base pay range: $22.00/hr – $26.00/hr
• Salary: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Dental Assistant Schedule: 8 hour or 10 hour shifts; Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road (mobile clinic visiting senior care facilities)

Additional Information:

• Position is part-time or full-time
• Travel required; mileage and tolls reimbursed