Dental Assistant
Actalent, Pomona, CA, United States
Dental Assistant
Join our dynamic clinic team as a Dental Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting dental students in a professional and patient-focused environment. You will work closely with faculty, patient care managers, dental student providers, and treatment coordinators to ensure smooth clinic operations and exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities
Assist undergraduate and graduate dental students chair side, including tray setup and patient scheduling.
Maintain clinic cleanliness and facilitate the opening and closing of the clinic.
Deliver and retrieve instruments to and from sterilization, ensuring proper setup of operatories.
Confirm lab cases are ready for delivery and schedule patient appointments.
Maintain an inventory of clinical supplies and ensure operatories are neat, clean, and adequately stocked.
Adhere to Infection Control Protocols, including wearing appropriate attire and eyewear.
Perform sterilization duties and assist in room preparation and cleanup.
Essential Skills
Graduation from a Dental Assistant program.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Radiology certificate and Infection Control Certificate.
Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience.
Knowledge of infection control and sterilization processes.
Ability to assist in patient care and dental operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
If registered, need to be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).
Experience with X-rays and hygiene practices.
Work Environment
The Dental Assistant will work within the College of Dental Medicine, an office environment with about 68 chairs, serving approximately 78 patients daily. This fast-paced environment is distinct from private practice, with a focus on sterilization (50%), dispensary (25%), and floor duties (25%). Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The culture is very close-knit, fostering a family-like atmosphere. The dress code requires professional attire, black scrubs, closed-toe shoes, and no jewelry.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pomona,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2026.
Join our dynamic clinic team as a Dental Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting dental students in a professional and patient-focused environment. You will work closely with faculty, patient care managers, dental student providers, and treatment coordinators to ensure smooth clinic operations and exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities
Assist undergraduate and graduate dental students chair side, including tray setup and patient scheduling.
Maintain clinic cleanliness and facilitate the opening and closing of the clinic.
Deliver and retrieve instruments to and from sterilization, ensuring proper setup of operatories.
Confirm lab cases are ready for delivery and schedule patient appointments.
Maintain an inventory of clinical supplies and ensure operatories are neat, clean, and adequately stocked.
Adhere to Infection Control Protocols, including wearing appropriate attire and eyewear.
Perform sterilization duties and assist in room preparation and cleanup.
Essential Skills
Graduation from a Dental Assistant program.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Radiology certificate and Infection Control Certificate.
Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience.
Knowledge of infection control and sterilization processes.
Ability to assist in patient care and dental operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
If registered, need to be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).
Experience with X-rays and hygiene practices.
Work Environment
The Dental Assistant will work within the College of Dental Medicine, an office environment with about 68 chairs, serving approximately 78 patients daily. This fast-paced environment is distinct from private practice, with a focus on sterilization (50%), dispensary (25%), and floor duties (25%). Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The culture is very close-knit, fostering a family-like atmosphere. The dress code requires professional attire, black scrubs, closed-toe shoes, and no jewelry.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pomona,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2026.