Multi Specialty Dental Assistant

Foundation Dental Specialists | Pasadena, CA

Practice Overview

Foundation Dental Specialists brings together trusted periodontal and endodontic specialty care under one roof in Pasadena, CA. We are a high-performing, collaborative team that values a positive workplace culture, mutual support, and exceptional clinical outcomes. We take pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care and maintaining a supportive environment where our clinical team can thrive.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant delivers supportive clinical procedures under the supervision of our treating periodontists and endodontists. This role executes daily patient care duties reliably and to protocol, supporting smooth operative flow, strict infection control, digital imaging, and patient education.

Key ResponsibilitiesChairside Assisting & Patient Care

• Assist doctors during endodontic, and periodontal specialty procedures.
• Perform four-handed chairside assisting, including high-volume suctioning, retraction, and anticipating provider needs.
• Assist the dental hygienists as needed
• Greet and seat patients warmly, confirming patient name, date of birth, medical history, and planned procedure.
• Prepare amenities for patient comfort and support patients through dental anxiety.
• Review post-operative care instructions, oral hygiene education, and prescription precautions with patients.

Operatory Setup & Infection Control

• Prepare operatories specific to scheduled procedures, verifying necessary instruments, trays, and materials.
• Clean, disinfect, and turn over treatment rooms between patients according to practice protocols.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards adhering to OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Process, bag, autoclave, and store dental instruments and cassettes safely.
• Complete routine equipment maintenance, such as filling water reservoirs, running ultrasonic cycles, changing suction traps, and performing weekly spore testing.

Diagnostic Imaging & Digital Technology

• Take digital dental radiographs, including periapicals (PA), bitewings (BWX), and full mouth series (FMX).
• Assist with CBCT / 3D imaging positioning and safety protocols.
• Assist with intraoral 3D scanning (iTero / Shining 3D) and intraoral photography.
• Set up specialty equipment such as periscopes and dental lasers.

Documentation & Office Operations

• Maintain precise clinical charting, consent forms, and patient records within Eaglesoft, XDR, and DTX practice software.
• Monitor clinical inventory in treatment rooms and sterilization areas, stocking paper products, PPE, and supplies.
• Participate in morning team huddles, support flow across operatories, and assist colleagues during busy schedules.

Qualifications & RequirementsEducation & Certification

• Dental Assistant Certificate from an accredited program.
• California Radiation Safety Certificate (X-ray License).
• Infection Control Certificate
• California Dental Practice Act completion.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR Certification.
• RDA (Registered Dental Assistant) license or CDA certification is preferred.

Experience & Competencies

• Minimum 3+ years of clinical dental assisting experience (experience in Periodontics and/or Endodontics is a plus).
• Proficiency with dental practice management and digital imaging software (Eaglesoft, XDR, DTX).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and empathetic patient manner.
• High reliability, punctuality, and commitment to collaborative teamwork.

Employment Type

Full-Time (Monday – Friday)

Reports directly to Clinical Director

Pay Range

$25.00 – $29.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Primary Location

747 Locust Street, Suite 200, Pasadena, CA 91101

Employee Benefits

• Health insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Dental care benefits
• Retirement plan options with 401(k) company match
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Uniform (scrubs) sets provided after completing 90-day introductory period
• Parking pass provided

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person