Job Description
Job Description JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: DENTAL CAREER APPRENTICESHIP
Position Title: Paid Extern: Dental Clinical & Business Operations
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
Location: All Zak Dental Southern California Locations
Forget the Lecture Hall. Start Your Career Today.
Are you looking for a career that offers more than just a paycheck? At Zak Dental, we believe the best professionals are built through hands-on experience, not just textbooks. We are a family-owned, multi-specialty dental group that has served Southern California for over 30 years.
We are seeking disciplined, high-achieving individuals who want to skip the student loans and dive directly into a high-demand, AI-resilient healthcare career.
The Opportunity: A Dual-Track Apprenticeship
This is a paid, entry-level externship designed for candidates with zero prior dental experience. Unlike traditional schools, we provide the training, mentorship, and financial sponsorship for your required dental certifications and licensing.
You will master two essential sides of the industry:
1. Clinical Excellence (The Art of Care)
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Assist dentists and specialists during complex procedures.
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Learn to take high-quality dental records and x-rays.
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Master clinical workflows, sterilization, and infection control.
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Directly support patient comfort and wellness.
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• Perform routine cleaning and janitorial duties to maintain a safe, sanitary, and professional office environment.
2. Business Operations (The Science of Success)
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Insurance Billing: Understand the mechanics of healthcare finance and claims.
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Sales & Case Presentation: Learn how to communicate treatment plans effectively.
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Case Acceptance: Master the interpersonal skills required to help patients say "yes" to their health.
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