What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at United Dental Corporation?
Who We Are: Kids Corner is a forward-thinking dental practice located in Fullerton California, serving our community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Our mission is rooted in our values of resilience, respect, curiosity, and compassion, which guide our interactions with patients, team members, partners, and vendors alike. We believe in delivering exceptional patient care while focusing on the journey as much as the results.
Who You Are:
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment.
- Someone who excels in clear communication, ensuring that patients feel informed, cared for, and comfortable.
- Adaptable and proactive, willing to take initiative and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
- A professional committed to continuous learning and maintaining the highest standards of care.
If you value working in a fun, engaging environment where you can develop professionally while making a meaningful impact on patient lives, we’d love to hear from you.
- Patient Examination and Doctor Support:
- Take impressions, x-rays, and chart notes accurately during patient exams and treatments.
- Anticipate the needs of the doctor, ensuring a seamless, prepared workflow.
- Use creativity and empathy to ease anxious or timid patients, helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit.
- Office and Patient Management:
- Oversee daily schedules, ensuring a smooth patient flow and minimizing wait times.
- Assist with front-office tasks, including gathering consent forms and understanding insurance eligibility.
- Support sterilization and treatment room maintenance to ensure a safe and organized environment.
- Patient Education and Aftercare:
- Promote dental health education and provide aftercare instructions to patients, parents, and guardians.
- Stay up-to-date with all compliance, safety, and licensure requirements to maintain a high standard of care.
- What You’ll Bring:
- X-Ray Certificate and at least one year of experience.
- Strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to manage your own emotions and understand those of others, fostering positive relationships, reducing team stress, and contributing to job satisfaction.
- A genuine passion for serving patients and a commitment to showing up consistently for your team.
What You'll Bring:
- Applicable state DA certifications and licenses. X-Ray certificate.
- Direct patient care experience a big plus but will gladly consider a new graduate to come and learn with us.
What We Offer:
- Full Time Opportunity (must be able to work one Saturday a month).
- From $22-$28 per hour.
- 401(k) and up to a 4% match.
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Paid Time Off, 7 paid holidays of you work more than 25 hours a week.
- Employee Assistance Program - that connects team members and their families with complimentary, confidential, short-term counseling and advisory services.
- Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, Life Lock and entertainment discounts.
- We have ALL necessary PPE and are following CDC recommended guidelines. Our office is a safe environment.
- Continuing education opportunities.
Alternative Schedule
- Monday: 7:30 am 6 pm, 1 hour lunch
- Tuesday: 7:30 am 6 pm, 1 hour lunch
- Wednesday: 9 am to 6 pm, 1 hour lunch
- Thursday: 9 am to 6 pm, 1 hour lunch
- Saturday: 8:30 am to 2 pm, no lunch - once a month
Salary : $22 - $28
