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Paradigm Oral Surgery
Manteca, California

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Dental Top 25% in Surgery (Dental)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$19-$26/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

ATLA Oral Facial Surgery and Dental Implants | Tracy + Manteca, CA (ability to
travel to both locations required)

Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery
Surgical Assistant – Oral Surgery 
This position is based in the office. It is not hybrid or remote.

Position Highlights

Step into the fast-paced world of oral surgery as an Oral Surgeon Surgical
Assistant! Your role is pivotal, aiding surgeons with precision during
procedures and meticulously documenting patient care. From preoperative tasks to
maintaining sterile environments, your expertise ensures smooth operations.
Engage in strategic discussions with surgeons, monitor patient status, and
handle advanced equipment with finesse. Dive into the heart of dental care,
obtaining vital radiographs and crafting detailed patient narratives.

Who We Are

Our practice is dedicated to exceptional oral surgery in a comforting
environment, prioritizing patient needs through collaboration with their general
dentist. Our vision is global leadership in oral health, focusing on outstanding
patient experiences and industry standards. We foster a positive work
environment with career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a
supportive culture that values work-life balance. Our goal is to empower
employees to deliver excellent patient care and build strong relationships with
referring dentists.

What We Offer

We prioritize your personal and professional well–being, covering aspects from
health to financial and social welfare. 

* Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
* Paid Time Off 
* 401k 
* Short/Long Term Disability 
* Employee Assistance Program 
* National Discount and Rewards Marketplace
* BLS/CPR Certification  
* Career Path Advancement to clinical or management positions 

Required Qualifications

* A high school diploma or equivalent 
* BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire)
* Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good
judgment and critical thinking.
* Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance,
and meticulousness.
* Basic computer proficiency.
* Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in
emergency scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications

* Previous oral surgery experience is beneficial.
* DAANCE certification is desirable.
* Licensed dental assistant status is preferred.
* Radiology certification is a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital
status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual
orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Key Responsibilities

Assist oral surgeons during procedures and maintain a sterile environment while meticulously documenting patient care. Handle advanced equipment, obtain radiographs, and monitor patient status to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail and manual dexterity. Previous oral surgery experience and DAANCE or radiology certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Surgical AssistingPatient DocumentationSterile Environment MaintenanceRadiograph AcquisitionPatient Monitoring

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Oral Surgery Dental Assistant at Paradigm Oral Surgery a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Surgery (Dental) — ranked against 263 active Surgery (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Surgery Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $42k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Surgery Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs

2
<$50k
1
$57k
2
$60k-70k

Annual compensation range

#1

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$25-$32/hr
#2

Dental Assistant - Ambulatory Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Medicine Clinic - Days

VCU Health · Richmond, Virginia

$19.87-$30.79/hr
#3

Traveling Dental Assistant Oral Surgery

$19.50-$27.50/hr
#4

Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

$19-$24/hr
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Surgery (Dental)

  • On-site

Living in Manteca

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$516k
Typical market rent
$2,559/mo
Residents’ average commute
38 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Paradigm Oral Surgery

Hospitals and Health Care
Lincoln, NE
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
Short/Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program