Dental Assistant - Grass Valley Dental Care - Grass Valley, CA
How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$25 an hour. Open dental assistant jobs in California post a median of $27.50 an hour, the middle half $25–$30, across 125 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Dental assistants employed in California earn a median of $24.09 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What California requires of a dental assistant
Board-approved radiation safety course certificate (needed by all dental assistants, and for RDA licensure), from the Dental Board of California.
- Anyone exposing dental x-rays must pass a Board-approved radiation safety course (theory and hands-on technique) first (Bus. & Prof. Code 1656). Registered Dental Assistants also complete other Board-approved courses and exams.
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About the job
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Dental Assistant / Sterilization Tech
Practice Name: Grass Valley Dental Care - Dr. Paul Falvey, DDS
Location: Grass Valley, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM ( Enjoy 3-day weekends every week! )
Pay Rate: $20.00 -$25.00 per hour DOE
Benefits: Comprehensive ADC Benefits Package
About Our Practice
At Grass Valley Dental Care , you'll be part of a team that genuinely cares-about our patients, our community, and each other. Every day, we work together to provide compassionate, top-quality dental care in a friendly and professional setting where everyone is appreciated for their contribution. If you're looking for a workplace where your effort truly matters and your team feels like family, we'd love to meet you!
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Dental Assistant / Sterilization Tech to join our team. Your primary focus in this role will be sterilization and back-office organization , ensuring our clinical operations run seamlessly while providing key chairside and patient care support.
Key Responsibilities
- Sterilization & Infection Control (Primary Focus): Maintain the highest standards of safety by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas in strict compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
- Patient Care & Preparation: Warmly greet and seat patients, review medical histories, and ensure a comfortable, welcoming experience prior to treatment.
- Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist during procedures by passing instruments, mixing materials, managing suction, and keeping treatments efficient.
- Radiographs: Take and process quality dental X-rays as directed.
- Charting & Documentation: Accurately log treatment details, clinical procedures, and patient notes into our dental software.
- Inventory & Supply Management: Monitor, restock, and organize treatment rooms and clinical inventory to maintain optimal workflow.
- Team Collaboration: Assist with front office or auxiliary duties when needed-because teamwork and flexibility are central to our culture.
Qualifications & Skills
Certifications
- Valid California Dental X-ray License (Required)
- Infection Control Certification (Required)
- Dental Practice Act Certification (Required)
- Attributes: Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, excellent communication, and a patient-first attitude.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Predictable Hours: Fixed schedule (Mon-Thu) with continuous Friday through Sunday weekends.
- Supportive Culture: A clean, organized, high-standard dental environment driven by mutual respect and teamwork.
How to Apply
If you are dedicated to patient safety, clinical excellence, and being a key contributor to a close-knit team, please submit your resume today!
From American Dental Companies's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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